stagehand

[ steyj-hand ]

/ ˈsteɪdʒˌhænd /

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noun

a person who moves properties, regulates lighting, etc., in a theatrical production.

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Origin of stagehand

First recorded in 1900–05; stage + hand

Words nearby stagehand

stage door, stage-door Johnny, stage-driver, stage effect, stage fright, stagehand, stage left, stage-manage, stage manager, stage pocket, stager

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How to use stagehand in a sentence

We remain committed to working with our stagehands to identify a path forward and reach an agreement that reflects the complexities of the pandemic landscape and allows us to continue the world-class performances that are our purpose.
Kennedy Center stagehands authorize strike, putting ‘Hadestown’ and other scheduled shows in jeopardy|Peggy McGlone|October 7, 2021|Washington Post
The stagehands who work behind the scenes at the Kennedy Center authorized a strike Thursday morning, more than a year after their contract expired, saying that ongoing talks seem unlikely to result in a new deal.
Kennedy Center stagehands authorize strike, putting ‘Hadestown’ and other scheduled shows in jeopardy|Peggy McGlone|October 7, 2021|Washington Post
As he got ready to go onstage, Eastwood got an idea, and had a stagehand bring him a chair.
“Double Down”: 13 Must Read Moments from the New Book|William O’Connor|November 7, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Her moment of peace is cut short when a stagehand runs up to her: No time to eat.
Backstage at Vera Wang|Isabel Wilkinson|September 14, 2010|DAILY BEAST

A grimy young stagehand made a minor change for me with a languid, not unkind contempt.
Jane Journeys On|Ruth Comfort Mitchell
But the grimy young stagehand, halting in front of me with an armful of the Tramp Juggler's playthings, cut his sentence in two.
Jane Journeys On|Ruth Comfort Mitchell
When he went behind the scenes he saw an Irish stagehand laughing heartily.
Toaster's Handbook|Peggy Edmund and Harold W. Williams, compilers

British Dictionary definitions for stagehand

stagehand

/ (ˈsteɪdʒˌhænd) /

noun

a person who sets the stage, moves props, etc, in a theatrical production

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