Thespian Terminology

The proscenium is the area of the stage that is visible to the audience, typically framed by a curtain or arch.

A riser is a raised platform used to elevate actors or set pieces, creating different levels on the stage.

A cyclorama is a large, curved backdrop that creates the illusion of a continuous background, often used for sky or horizon effects.

A scrim is a thin, translucent fabric that can be used to create various effects, such as diffusion, projection, or ghosting.

A gel is a colored filter placed in front of a light source to change the color of the light.

A gobo is a metal or plastic template with a design cut out, used to create patterns of light on stage.

A Rosco is a type of stage lighting that uses a rotating color wheel to create a variety of colors.

A dichroic is a type of stage lighting that uses a dichroic filter to create a specific color.

An ellipsoidal is a type of stage lighting that has a narrow beam of light, often used for spotlights or gobo projections.

A Fresnel is a type of stage lighting that has a soft, diffused beam of light, often used for general illumination or washing a stage.

A PAR is a type of stage lighting that has a wide beam of light, often used for general illumination or washing a stage.

A Leko is a type of stage lighting that has a narrow, focused beam of light, often used for spotlights or gobo projections.

A scoop is a type of stage lighting that has a wide, diffused beam of light, often used for general illumination or washing a stage.

A flood is a type of stage lighting that has a very wide beam of light, often used for general illumination or washing a stage.

A blinder is a type of stage lighting that is used to create a blinding effect, often used for dramatic moments or transitions.