Визначення та Значення "take the stage"

What is the origin of the idiom "take the stage" and when to use it?

The idiom "take the stage" has its roots in theater, where it refers to the act of an actor stepping onto the stage to perform. It has been used in this context since at least the 17th century. Over time, the phrase has been used to describe a moment when someone is about to perform or speak in front of an audience.