downstage
down
ˈdaʊn
dawn
stage
ˌsteɪʤ
steij
British pronunciation
/dˈa‍ʊnste‍ɪd‍ʒ/

Definition & Meaning of "downstage"in English

Downstage
01

the anterior part of a stage in theater that is in the audience's sight

What is "downstage"?

Downstage refers to the area of the theater stage that is closest to the audience. It is the part of the stage that is nearest to the front and often where actors perform their most important actions or make their key interactions. Being downstage usually means that an actor is more visible to the audience and their performance is more prominent.

downstage
01

of the front half of a stage

downstage
01

at or toward the anterior part of a stage in theater that is in the audience's sight

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example
Examples
The actor moved downstage to deliver his final lines.
She stumbled downstage during the dramatic exit.
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