call-board
[ kawl-bawrd, -bohrd ]
noun
a bulletin board, as in a theater, on which notices are posted announcing rehearsals, changes in the cast, etc.
Origin of call-board
1An Americanism dating back to 1875–80
Words Nearby call-board
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How to use call-board in a sentence
In the professional theatre the call-board is usually placed near the stage door.
The Art of Stage Dancing | Ned WayburnOur Call Board serves a similar purpose, and we encourage its daily perusal by all the students.
The Art of Stage Dancing | Ned Wayburn(G) All communications which refer to the company in general shall be posted upon the call-board.
The Art of Stage Dancing | Ned WayburnAgainst the wall on one of the other sides was a big blackboard known as the call board.
Ralph, the Train Dispatcher | Allen ChapmanThrough the window of the low, one-story building he could see the lobby call-board, with the little colored studs all dark.
Martyr | Alan Edward Nourse
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