stage left
"Stage left" is a term in theater that helps actors and crew members coordinate movements and positions relative to the stage.
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Definition
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(technical)The area to the left of an actor when they are facing the audience.
Example
- The director instructed the actor to exit stage left.
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(technical)A direction indicating movement or positioning to the left side of the stage from the actor's perspective.
Example
- The spotlight will follow the dancer as she moves stage left.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stage left":
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