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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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Words Related to Cinema and Theater
aisle
aisle
[noun]

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

Ex: The flight attendant walked down the aisle of the airplane, serving refreshments to the passengers seated on either side. 
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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 auditorium was filled to capacity with eager spectators awaiting the start of the theatrical production. 
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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 depicted a serene countryside scene, setting the mood for the pastoral play. 
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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: Backstage was filled with nervous energy before the curtain rose. 
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balcony
balcony
[noun]

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

Ex: The best seats in the theater were in the balcony, offering a clear view of the stage. 
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bill
bill
[noun]

the program or entertainment offered at a public performance

Ex: The concert featured a diverse bill of performers. 
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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 audience eagerly awaited as the curtain slowly rose, revealing the actors on stage. 
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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 actor paced nervously in the dressing room before going on stage. 
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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: Guests mingled in the elegant foyer of the hotel, admiring the grand chandeliers and marble floors. 
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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: The actors gathered in the green room before the show, going over their lines one last time and sharing words of encouragement. 
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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 director decided to enhance the house lighting to create a more dramatic effect. 
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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: The mezzanine was filled with enthusiastic theatergoers for the opening night. 
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orchestra
orchestra
[noun]

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

Ex: The tickets for the orchestra section sold out within hours. 
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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 actor picked up a prop sword for the battle scene. 
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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: The ornate proscenium framed the grand opera stage. 
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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 director spent hours discussing the scenery for the upcoming play. 
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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 elaborate set for the musical featured a stunning backdrop of a bustling city skyline, immersing the audience in the vibrant atmosphere of the story. 
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stage
stage
[noun]

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

Ex: The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his monologue. 
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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: The theatre's wardrobe contained hundreds of period costumes. 
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wind machine

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

Ex: The wind machine created a dramatic effect during the outdoor scene of the movie. 
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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: Many classical plays are well suited for production on a thrust stage. 
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box office

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

Ex: The theater's box office opens an hour before the show. 
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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: She waited in the wings for her cue to enter. 
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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 lighting technician climbed the catwalk to adjust the stage lights. 
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gel
gel
[noun]

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

Ex: The lighting designer added a blue gel to the spotlight. 
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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: The surtitles displayed translations of the dialogue for non-native speakers in the audience. 
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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: The actor stepped onto the apron to deliver a monologue directly to the audience. 
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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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