Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

orchestra-pit

noun
/ˈɔːrkɪstrə pɪt/
Definition
The area in a theater where the musicians play during a performance.
Examples
  • The symphony played beautifully from the orchestra-pit during the opera.
  • During the ballet, the orchestra-pit brought the choreography to life with its haunting melodies.
  • The audience could hear the vibrant sounds from the orchestra-pit perfectly complementing the actors on stage.
Meaning
An orchestra-pit is a lowered area in front of the stage where the orchestra sits and plays music during a show, helping to enhance the overall performance experience.
Synonyms
  • musician’s area
  • bandstand
  • performance area