What is abstract?
Not realistic or life-like
What is apron?
The area of the stage nearest the audience
What is backdrop?
A large painted cloth hung as part of the scenery.
What is box set?
A set which has three complete walls
What are drapes?
Curtains or other hanging fabrics.
What is flat?
A piece of scenery mounted on a frame.
What is fly?
Raising and lowering scenery onto the stage using a series of ropes and pulleys.
What is ground plan?
A bird’s eye view of the set showing the scale of the set.
What is naturalistic?
Life-like and realistic.
What are props?
Small items that actors can carry onstage.
What is revolve?
A large turntable device that can be turned to reveal a different setting.
What is set dressing?
Items on the set that are not used as props
What are sightlines?
The line of where the audience can and can’t see.
What are trucks?
A platform on wheels upon which scenery can be mounted and moved.
