To switch on stage lighting that has been[...]

Wilfred Granville

01/01/1912

Eng

To switch on stage lighting that has been 'off' until the 'cue'. For instance, a stage may have been dim to indicate twilight. A maid enters, switches on the standard lamp, or main lightingh, and the electricians will bring in, at cue, whatever lighting is on the plot. Cf. CHECK.

Wilfred Granville, A dictionary of theatrical terms, Andre Deutsch, 01/01/1912, London
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p. 33

Bring in (Eng)

Check the house (Eng)

Twilight, electrician