theatrical occupation
occupation related to the performing arts
make-up artist
person who applies make-up, style and applies special effects make-up, prosthetic make-up
prompter
person in theatre or opera who prompts or cues actors or singers when they forget their lines or movements
gaffer
head electrician responsible for lighting in film, TV, and theater productions
theatrical director
person overseeing the mounting of a theatre production
theatre designer
person who designs the visual environment of the stage in a play or opera
acting coach
performing arts profession
theatre critic
person who writes reviews about theatre performances
dramaturge
person fulfilling an advisory role regarding the literary or dramaturgical aspects of theatre, opera or dance productions or within a theatre, opera or dance organization
claque
body of professional applauders in French theatres and opera houses
theatrical scenic painting
painting for a theatrical stage production
property master
person responsible for purchasing, acquiring, manufacturing, properly placing, and/or overseeing any accessories needed for a film, television or theatrical production
theatrical electrician
theatre term for person who works with lighting
wardrobe master
position responsible for the acquisition, care, and maintenance of costumes for a theatrical company, studio, film, or television production
theatrical producer
person or firm that oversees the staging of theatre productions
lighting designer
person responsible for lighting on a stage
usher
person who assists visitors by showing the way in a building or to correct seats
opera director
director of an opera house
call boy
stagehand in the theatre
Principal boy
Breeches role in pantomime
theatre manager
person who manages a theatre
vedette
female entertainers with multiple talents for singing, dancing, or acting
opera director
creative director in charge of staging an opera
stage actor
actor who performs live before an in-person audience
stagehand
person who works backstage at a performance
dresser
theater professional responsible for assisting cast members with costumes
fashion figure artist
artist who draws croquis
master electrician
person who implements the lighting design for a stage production
costume designer
person who designs costumes for a film, stage production, or television show
stage manager
person in charge of a theatre stage, equipment, scenery, etc during the rehearsals and performances of a play
playwright
person who writes plays
stage painter
occupation in theater
casting director
person selecting performers for a screenplay
artistic director
artistic leader of a cultural institution
rigger
person who works on ropes, booms, lifts, hoists, etc. for stage, film, or television
theatrical technician
person who operates technical equipment and systems in the performing arts and entertainment industry
puppeteer
person who manipulates a puppet in real time to create the illusion of life
intimacy coordinator
staff member who supports actors in sex scenes