This is the thrust stage, it’s located in the ES theater. This is a type of stage that extends into the audience, the audience can sit on 3 sides of the stage. The purpose of this thrust stage is that it can bring a more immersive experience to the audiences. This thrust stage can also be used for many other purposes like a fashion show etc. This connects to the backstage world of theater because actors stand on it.
This is the tech booth, which is located in the ES theater. its equipment can control the audio, music, and lighting that is displayed on stage, usually, 1 – 2 people will sit in this tech booth during rehearsals and performances. They will listen to ques from both the actors and the stage manager and control the light and sound accordingly.
This is the spotlight, it is located at the top of the HS theater. its purpose is to provide a strong and tracking light to actors or subjects. How the spotlight is incorporated into theater is first, the stage manager will queue the person handling the spotlight. Then the handler will remove the iron sheet that blocks the light beam, and position the light onto the required subject/space.
This is a retractable audience, it is located on both sides of the ES theater. It’s purpose is to provide more seats for more audience members and collaborating with the thrust stage that allows the audience to sit on 3 sides of a stage.
This is a stage light. It is located on the top of the HS theater. It’s purpose is to provide light for actors and audiences, create atmosphere, setting tones, adding depth to the story that is performed on stage. How this incorporates into the world of theater backstage is that the stage manager will queue the tech-booth to change the lighting on stage. The tech booth then will press some buttons, flick some levers, and the lights on the stage will change.