Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stage-right
adverb
/steɪdʒ raɪt/
Definition
The direction to the right side of the stage from the audience’s perspective.
Examples
- The actor moved stage-right to deliver his lines more effectively.
- When the scene changed, she exited stage-right, leaving the audience in suspense.
Meaning
In theatrical terms, ‘stage-right’ refers to the area that is on the right side of the stage as viewed by the audience. This is important for actors when they are given instructions on where to move or position themselves during a performance.
Synonyms
- right side of the stage
- performer’s right
