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Blocking is the theater term for the actors’ movements on the stage during the performance of the play or the musical.

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Stage directions

House left and house right

Audience perspective

Stage left and stage right

Actors' left and right when facing the audience.

Downstage

The front, nearest the audience

Upstage

The rear of the stage area

Basic Functions of Blocking

Convey the meanings and moods of the play.

Making effective use of the set.

Giving the focus to certain characters at appropriate moments

Reflecting the relationships between and among characters.

Reflecting the authentic behavior of the characters

Play´s director

Actions

Make blocking decisions

Make adjustments

Try a variety of movements and stage positions

“Pre-block” scenes

Map out the actors’ movements outside of rehearsal

Main Role

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Determines the actors’ movements and positions on stage.