Out
Flying term for up. In is down – which prevents confusion with Up and Down Stage.
Archives
Opposite Prompt (OP)
Abbrev. to OP. The right hand side of the stage as viewed by the cast. Also called Stage Right, Camera Left.
Onstage
1) Inside the acting area. 2) Towards the centre line.
Offstage
Backstage area outside the performance area.
Pit (Orchestra Pit)
The area below the front of the stage. May be used to house the orchestra. Also called the Orchestra Pit.
Overhanging
Rigging a spotlight standing above a lighting bar rather than suspending it below the bar.