Definition

Noun: A stage technician is an employee of a theater whose work is involved in putting on a theatrical production. This person handles the technical aspects behind the scenes, such as operating lighting and sound equipment, moving scenery, and managing props to ensure the performance runs smoothly.

Usage

The term "stage technician" refers specifically to the professional role. It is a compound noun. When using it, you are talking about the person who performs this job. - The stage technician adjusted the spotlight just before the actor's entrance. - A good stage technician is essential for a seamless performance.

Examples

• The stage technician worked quickly to fix the malfunctioning microphone during the intermission.
• She started her career as a stage technician before becoming a lighting designer.
• Please consult the head stage technician about the set changes for Act Two.

Advanced Usage

• "To work as a stage technician": This phrase describes having this job.
  • He works as a stage technician for a major opera company.

Variants and Related Words

• Stagehand (n): A more general term for a worker who moves scenery and handles other manual tasks on stage. A stage technician often has more specialized technical skills than a stagehand.
• Technical Director (n): A senior role overseeing all technical aspects of a production, often managing a team of stage technicians.
• Crew (n): The collective group of backstage workers, which includes stage technicians.

Synonyms

• Theater technician: A very close synonym.
• Backstage crew member: A more general term describing someone who works behind the scenes.

Related Phrases

• "Running the show": While not exclusive, this idiom can describe the crucial behind-the-scenes work done by technicians and crew to make the performance happen.
  • While the actors are on stage, the technicians are the ones really running the show from the booth.

Noun

1. an employee of a theater who performs work involved in putting on a theatrical production