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Cinema and Theater - In the Theater and Cinema

Here you will learn some English words related to in the theater and cinema such as "backdrop", "prop", and "wing".

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aisle
aisle
[noun]

a narrow passage in a theater, train, aircraft, etc. that separates rows of seats

Ex: Please keep the aisle clear for safety reasons .
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auditorium

the part of a theater, concert hall, or other venue where the audience sits to watch a performance

Ex: The company 's annual conference took place in the modern auditorium, equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology for presentations .
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backcloth
backcloth
[noun]

a piece of cloth that is painted, hung at the rear of a stage as part of the scenery

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backdrop
backdrop
[noun]

a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

Ex: The backdrop added depth and dimension to the stage , enhancing the overall visual impact of the production .
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backstage
backstage
[noun]

the part of the theater where performers, crew, and staff work away from the audience's sight

Ex: The backstage was crowded with people preparing for the show .
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balcony
balcony
[noun]

an upper floor in a theater or cinema where there are seats for the audience

Ex: He reserved balcony seats to surprise his date with a romantic view of the opera.
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bill
bill
[noun]

the program or entertainment offered at a public performance

Ex: Local bands shared the bill at the music hall .
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circle
circle
[noun]

a curved upper floor in a theater or opera house where there are seats for the audience

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curtain
curtain
[noun]

a thick heavy piece of cloth that is hung in front of a stage in a theater and is raised or pulled aside when a performance begins

Ex: The magician stood behind the curtain, preparing for his next illusion .
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downstage
downstage
[noun]

the anterior part of a stage in theater that is in the audience's sight

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dressing room

a room where actors change costumes and prepare for a performance

Ex: The director visited each dressing room before the show .
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drop curtain

a curtain or a painted piece of cloth that can be lowered and raised designed for the stage

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entr'acte
entr'acte
[noun]

the interval between two acts of a theatrical performance

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fleapit
fleapit
[noun]

a neglected and dirty cinema or theater

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footlight
footlight
[noun]

a type of stage lighting placed at floor level to illuminate the performers from below, often used in dance performances

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foyer
foyer
[noun]

a large space at the entrance of a hotel or theater where people can wait or meet

Ex: The theater 's foyer served as a bustling hub of activity , with ticket holders lining up at the box office and concession stands .
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gallery
gallery
[noun]

a narrow balcony at the highest part of a theater hall where people are accommodated, with cheap seats

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gangway
gangway
[noun]

a passage between rows of seats in an auditorium, aircraft, etc.

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green room

a room in a theater, a studio, etc. in which performers can relax while not performing

Ex: Decorated with posters of past productions , the theater ’s green room served as a nostalgic reminder of the countless performances and talents that had passed through .
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house
house
[noun]

a building where live theatrical performances are presented, typically featuring a stage and seating for an audience

Ex: The play 's powerful message resonated deeply with everyone in the house.
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mezzanine
mezzanine
[noun]

the first floor above the ground floor in a theater where there are seats for the audience

Ex: From the mezzanine, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire performance .
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orchestra
orchestra
[noun]

the section of seating on the main floor of a theater, closest to the stage

Ex: The usher directed the guests to the orchestra section .
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ovation
ovation
[noun]

an enthusiastic expression of approval by the audience, typically through clapping

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playbill
playbill
[noun]

a list of plays that are performed in a theater

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prop
prop
[noun]

any object used by actors in the performance of a movie or play

Ex: The director asked the crew to adjust the prop furniture before filming.
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proscenium

the architectural wall or frame that separates the stage from the auditorium in a modern theater, often forming an arch through which the audience views the performance

Ex: A proscenium arch gives a clear boundary between performers and viewers.
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safety curtain

a thick heavy curtain in front of a stage in a theater that could be lowered as a precaution in case of fire

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scenery
scenery
[noun]

the painted hangings at the background and the accessories on a theater stage

Ex: The scenery was carefully designed to reflect the historical setting of the drama .
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set
set
[noun]

a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded

Ex: The director made several last-minute changes to the set, ensuring that it perfectly matched the vision he had for the climactic scene .
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stage
stage
[noun]

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

Ex: The comedian 's performance had the entire stage lit up with laughter .
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stage door

an entrance to a theater that is designated for the use of the staff and actors

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stage left

the left side of the stage from the point of view of an actor who is facing the audience

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stage right

the right side of the stage from the point of view of an actor who is facing the audience

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upper circle

the seats that are located on the second floor of a theater hall

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upstage
upstage
[noun]

the back part of the stage that is the most distant from the audience

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wardrobe
wardrobe
[noun]

the complete set of costumes owned or used by a theatre company for performances

Ex: A wardrobe assistant helped actors change quickly between scenes .
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wind machine

a machine that is used in a theater or movie to create artificial wind

Ex: The sound of the wind machine added to the atmosphere of the haunting film .
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thrust stage

a theater stage design where the stage extends into the audience on three sides, allowing for a more intimate and immersive theatrical experience

Ex: Directors often choose a thrust stage to create a closer connection between actors and viewers .
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box office

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

Ex: He went to the box office to reserve seats for the play .
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wing
wing
[noun]

(plural) any of the sides of the stage in a theater that is not in the audience's sight

Ex: Stagehands stood in the wings, preparing for the scene change.
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amphitheater

a venue featuring a central stage surrounded by rising tiers of seating, providing unobstructed views for the audience and enhancing the acoustics for performances

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catwalk
catwalk
[noun]

a narrow, elevated platform used to access and manage equipment above a stage or audience

Ex: The theater 's catwalk allows quick access to rigging and lighting systems .
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gel
gel
[noun]

a thin, colored or translucent sheet placed over stage lights to produce lighting effects

Ex: The director requested a soft yellow gel for the evening scene .
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houselights

the lights that illuminate an audience area in a theater or performance space

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marquee
marquee
[noun]

a large structure above a building's entrance that shows the name of the place or upcoming events

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black box theater

a simple, versatile performance space with black walls that can be set up in different ways for various types of shows

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surtitle
surtitle
[noun]

translated words projected above or next to the stage on a screen in an opera or play

Ex: During the play , surtitles appeared above the stage to help audience members understand the foreign language dialogue .
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apron
apron
[noun]

the part of a theater stage that extends forward, in front of the curtain and the orchestra pit

Ex: Stagehands adjusted the props placed on the apron before the show began .
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projection booth

a room in a movie theater or other venue where the projector and other equipment for showing films or videos are located

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concession stand

a small retail outlet or booth typically found in movie theaters, sports arenas, or amusement parks, where food, drinks, and other items are sold to patrons

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3D screen
3D screen
[noun]

a display technology that allows viewers to see images or videos in three dimensions, giving the illusion of depth and creating a more immersive visual experience

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IMAX screen

a very large movie screen that provides a more intense and impressive audiovisual experience than a regular movie theater

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prompt corner

a designated backstage location in a theater where crew members communicate with performers during a live performance

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box set
box set
[noun]

a set design that creates the illusion of a complete interior room on stage, usually by building three walls with the fourth wall left open for the audience's view

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flat
flat
[noun]

scenery made of a wooden frame covered with painted canvas, used as part of a stage setting

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