stage front

American  

[stayj fruhnt] / ˈsteɪdʒ ˌfrʌnt /

noun

plural

stage fronts

1. the front edge of a stage.

2. the area at the front of the stage where actors are closest to the audience.

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adverb

1. downstage.

2. in, into, or towards the most prominent, obvious, or central position; center stage.

Example Sentences

Owen said he would be on the decks playing "loads of anthems" while McClure admitted she was out stage front as "the Bez of Day Fever".

From BBC

It was a novel experience to see the orchestra on the stage, located back far enough from the proscenium opening to leave room for the principal singers across the stage front.

From Seattle Times

Each accessory will come with a “stage front” and “backstage” adaptation, according to Casetify.

From The Verge

Asked if the drama club had sought official permission to present the play, Mr. Cuervo said, “Our main goal was really just to put on a great play for the kids, just get them out, stage front.”

From New York Times

He stalked the SNL camera, stage front, to lead a resolute chant of “Let’s Make Something Happen.”

From Washington Post