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Curtain: A blow in the last frame by the anchor man, when a spare would have won for his team.

Front Curtain Synchronization: When the flash fires an instant after the front curtain of a focal plane shutter has completed its travel across the film plane.

Rear Curtain Sync: When the flash fires an instant before the second or rear curtain of the focal plane shutter begins to move. When slow shutter speeds are used, this feature can create a blur effect from the . . . View Full Definition

Curtain Call: The practice of a player coming out of the dugout to acknowledge the call of the fans, usually after a home run.

The Above: Also called 'the aloft' and sometimes used interchangeably with 'the Heavens,' this term refers to the gallery on the upper level of the frons scenae. In Shakespeare's Globe Theater, this ar . . . View Full Definition

The Aloft: Also called 'the above' and sometimes used interchangeably with 'the Heavens,' this term refers to the gallery on the upper level of the frons scenae. In Shakespeare's Globe theater, this ar . . . View Full Definition

Unit Set: A series of lowered or raised platforms on stage, often connected by various stairs and exits, which form the various locations for all of a play's scenes. A unit set enables the scene to ch . . . View Full Definition

Scrim: Lighting attachment which, when placed in front of a lamp, reduces its strength, usually by one stop, without affecting lighting quality or color.

Discovery Space: According to Stephen Greenblatt, this is 'A central opening or alcove concealed behind a curtain in the center of the frons scenae. The curtain could be drawn aside to 'discover' tableaux su . . . View Full Definition

Stolichnaya: A high quality vodka produced in the Soviet Union and favored by many serious vodka drinkers on the other side of the iron curtain, where they enjoy vodka without mixers of any type. Some st . . . View Full Definition