green room
Backstage waiting area
A green room is a backstage area where performers wait before going on stage or between appearances.
The term originated in theater but now applies to television studios, concert venues, and any performance space.
Despite the name, green rooms aren't necessarily green: The band relaxed in the green room before the show.
Space for costume changes
- makeupProducts for beautifying faces
- costumesClothes for assuming roles
- propsTheater accessories or praise
- mirrorsReflective glass surfaces
wardrobe · stagehands · stage manager · intercom · monitor · call board · touch-ups · hair styling
State of awaiting something
- nervesTense apprehension
- jittersNervous agitation
- butterfliesFluttering insects or nervousness
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
tension · countdown · readiness · focus · preparation · pacing · deep breaths · last-minute
Those playing roles
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
- scriptWritten words for performance
- directorOne who leads
- castPerformers, throw, or splint
understudy · blocking · cue cards · monologue · dialogue · improv · theater · curtain call
Notable, for short
- restrictedLimited in scope
- privateRestricted to certain parties
- accessRight to enter
- badgeWorn symbol of membership
security · entourage · celebrity · star · A-lister · off-limits · backstage pass · credentials
Welcomed visitor
- interviewFormal questioning session
- hostOne receiving guests
- televisionBroadcast viewing device
- talk showBroadcast featuring host-guest conversations
panel · segment · producer · earpiece · teleprompter · studio · camera-ready · pre-interview
Light fare served socially
- snacksLight bites between meals
- waterClear essential liquid
- coffeeBrewed bean beverage
- fruitEdible plant ovary
catering · rider · towels · beverages · craft services · mini fridge · bottled water · tea
dressing room
Space for costume changes
- makeupProducts for beautifying faces
- costumesClothes for assuming roles
- propsTheater accessories or praise
mirrors · wardrobe · stagehands · stage manager · intercom · monitor · call board · touch-ups · hair styling · robes
anticipation
State of awaiting something
- nervesTense apprehension
- jittersNervous agitation
- butterfliesFluttering insects or nervousness
anxiety · tension · countdown · readiness · focus · preparation · pacing · deep breaths · last-minute · call time
actors
Those playing roles
cast · understudy · blocking · cue cards · monologue · dialogue · improv · theater · curtain call · ensemble
VIP
Notable, for short
- restrictedLimited in scope
- privateRestricted to certain parties
- accessRight to enter
badge · security · entourage · celebrity · star · A-lister · off-limits · backstage pass · credentials · escort
guest
Welcomed visitor
- interviewFormal questioning session
- hostOne receiving guests
- televisionBroadcast viewing device
talk show · panel · segment · producer · earpiece · teleprompter · studio · camera-ready · pre-interview · booker
refreshments
Light fare served socially
fruit · catering · rider · towels · beverages · craft services · mini fridge · bottled water · tea · sandwiches
- color + place nameswhite room, red room, blue room, White House, Red Square
- backstage accessVIP pass, laminate, wristband, guest list, meet and greet
- televisionTV, television, broadcast, TV shows, TV series
- fashion industryfashion, fashion design, fashion designers, fashion shows, fashion week
- theaterplays, stage, play, onstage, acting
- theatreBroadway, acting, theatre, stage, actor
green roomstage
Raised performance platform
main stage · auditorium · house · front of house · spotlight