stage direction
Plural
stage directions
1
a text in the script of a play, giving an instruction regarding the movement, position, etc. of actors
Stage direction refers to the written instructions in a script that guide actors and crew members on how to perform their roles and manage the staging of the play. These directions describe actions, movements, and positioning of characters, as well as details about the setting, props, and lighting. Stage directions help convey the playwright’s vision and ensure that the performance aligns with their intended dramatic effect.
- The stage direction called for a prop to be placed center stage before the next scene.
- In the script, the stage direction specified a sudden blackout to create suspense.
- During rehearsal, the actors practiced the intricate choreography as per the stage direction.
- The stage direction advised the actor to pause for dramatic effect before delivering the punchline.
- The stage direction instructed the actors to exit quietly, leaving the audience in suspense.