Lighting Terminology

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  1. 2. Can, A type of lantern consisting of a parabolic reflector and a lamp, used for general stage lighting.​
  2. 6. (Digital Multiplex), A communication protocol used for controlling lighting fixtures, dimmers, and other equipment in live performances.​
  3. 9. Console, The control board used by a lighting designer to operate and program lighting fixtures, dimmers, and effects.​
  4. 11. Frame, A metal or plastic frame that holds a filter in place in front of a light fixture.​
  5. 14. Sheet, A document detailing all the lighting cues and their timing in a production, used as a reference during performances.​
  6. 15. Light, A high-intensity light that produces rapid flashes of light, often used for special effects and dramatic moments.​
  7. 16. Light, A light source that is part of the set design, such as lamps or chandeliers, which serve a dual purpose of providing illumination and adding to the scenic design.​
  8. 17. Lens, A type of lens used in theatre lights to soften and focus the beam of light.​
  9. 18. Doors, Adjustable flaps or panels attached to the front of a light fixture to control the direction and shape of the light beam.​
  10. 19. Cue, A specific set of lighting instructions, often triggered by the lighting console, to create a particular lighting effect or change.​
  11. 20. A thin, gauzy fabric used in front of a light source to diffuse or soften the light.​
  12. 23. The head electrician or lighting technician responsible for implementing the lighting designer's plans and overseeing the lighting crew.​
  13. 24. A powerful spotlight operated manually to track and highlight a specific actor or object on stage.​
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  1. 1. Light, A wide-angle light fixture used to provide an even and soft illumination of a large area or stage.​
  2. 3. Temperature, A measure of the colour of light, typically expressed in Kelvin (K), which determines whether light appears warm (lower Kelvin) or cool (higher Kelvin).​
  3. 4. The complete extinguishing of all stage lights, usually used for scene changes or dramatic moments.​
  4. 5. Plot, A diagram showing the exact placement and type of each lighting fixture in a production, typically used in conjunction with the light plot.​
  5. 6. A device that controls the intensity of a light source, allowing for smooth transitions between light levels.​
  6. 7. A machine that produces a fine mist or haze to enhance the visibility of light beams and create atmospheric effects.​
  7. 8. Lights mounted at floor level to illuminate the actors from below, often used for dramatic effect.​
  8. 9. The measure of the brightness of a surface, often used to balance the intensity of different light sources on stage.​
  9. 10. A stencil or template placed in front of a light to project a pattern or image onto a surface, often used for creating textures or scenic effects.​
  10. 12. A large, curved curtain or wall at the back of the stage that can be lit to create a seamless background or sky effect.​
  11. 13. Lighting, Lighting fixtures with built-in microprocessors that can be programmed to create dynamic and automated lighting effects.
  12. 21. A thin sheet of coloured plastic used in front of a light source to change the colour of the light.​
  13. 22. Distance, The distance between a lighting fixture and the area it is illuminating, affecting the intensity and focus of the light.