backstage
Behind the curtain
Backstage is the area of a theater hidden from the audience—dressing rooms, wings, and work spaces where performers prepare and crew operates.
As an adverb or adjective, it describes what happens in these spaces: She went backstage to meet the actors.
Figuratively, backstage refers to any behind-the-scenes activity concealed from public view: backstage negotiations, backstage maneuvering.
Backstage holding area
- dressing-roomSpace for changing clothes
- wingsLimbs for flight
- fliesWinged buzzing pests
- crossoverGenre-blending work or transition
callboard · pit · orchestra-pit · catwalk · cyclorama · scrim · apron · proscenium
Hidden from public view
- hiddenKept out of sight
- unseenNot perceived visually
- privateRestricted to certain parties
- confidentialMeant to stay secret
insider · exclusive · unscripted · candid · unguarded · intimate · secretive · undisclosed
Minor cosmetic correction
- warm-upPre-activity preparation routine
- soundcheckPre-performance audio calibration
- mic-checkPre-speech audio verification
- presetConfigured before use
quick-change · standby · go
Move beyond or decline
- credentialProof of qualification
- all-accessPermitted everywhere
- laminateBond thin layers together
- wristbandBand encircling the arm
lanyard · security · gatekeeper · escort · meet-and-greet · VIP · behind-the-scenes · restricted
Backstage technical workers
- techniciansSkilled equipment handlers
- dressersBedroom storage furniture
- riggersThose who install cables
- carpenterTimber construction tradesperson
electrician · loader · runner · callboy · understudy · swing
Arranging complex elements harmoniously
- maneuveringSkillful directional control
- schemingCrafty and calculating
- deal-makingNegotiating agreements between parties
- negotiatingDiscussing to reach agreement
greenroom
Backstage holding area
- dressing-roomSpace for changing clothes
- wingsLimbs for flight
- fliesWinged buzzing pests
crossover · callboard · pit · orchestra-pit · catwalk · cyclorama · scrim · apron · proscenium
behind-the-scenes
Hidden from public view
confidential · insider · exclusive · unscripted · candid · unguarded · intimate · secretive · undisclosed · closed-door
touch-up
Minor cosmetic correction
- warm-upPre-activity preparation routine
- soundcheckPre-performance audio calibration
- mic-checkPre-speech audio verification
preset · quick-change · standby · go
pass
Move beyond or decline
- credentialProof of qualification
- all-accessPermitted everywhere
- laminateBond thin layers together
wristband · lanyard · security · gatekeeper · escort · meet-and-greet · VIP · behind-the-scenes · restricted · authorized
stagehands
Backstage technical workers
- techniciansSkilled equipment handlers
- dressersBedroom storage furniture
- riggersThose who install cables
carpenter · electrician · loader · runner · callboy · understudy · swing
orchestrating
Arranging complex elements harmoniously
- maneuveringSkillful directional control
- schemingCrafty and calculating
- deal-makingNegotiating agreements between parties
- Theater & Filmacting, drama, screen, actors, actresses
- theatreBroadway, acting, theatre, actor, actress
- concert hallconcert hall, auditorium, opera house, recital hall, music hall
- nightclubsdance floor, club, DJ booth, dancefloor, bouncer
- talent competitionstalent show, talent shows, auditions, judges panel, golden buzzer
- venue partsarena, stadium, theater, amphitheater, concert hall
backstageonstage
Before the audience
front of house · the house · in the wings · center stage · in the spotlight
backstagepublicly
In open view
openly · public · in the open · out in the open · in the spotlight
backstageonstage
Before the audience
front of house · auditorium · the stage · in the wings · house
- backstage passCredential for restricted areas