| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | advance | pre-show logistical planning |
| 2. | all-access | full backstage permission |
| 3. | amp | device powering speaker signal |
| 4. | aux | auxiliary send or output |
| 5. | backline | stage equipment behind performers |
| 6. | barricade | barrier separating crowd and stage |
| 7. | blackout | sudden full light cut |
| 8. | breaker | protective electrical switch |
| 9. | bus | shared signal path |
| 10. | cab | speaker cabinet |
| 11. | cart | wheeled gear carrier |
| 12. | changeover | switch between performers’ setups |
| 13. | channel | single input path on mixer |
| 14. | clamp | fastener attaching gear to truss |
| 15. | console | audio or lighting control desk |
| 16. | crew | people working on the tour |
| 17. | cue | signal to begin action |
| 18. | deck | stage floor surface |
| 19. | DI | box for direct instrument signal |
| 20. | dimmer | device controlling light intensity |
| 21. | distro | power distribution unit |
| 22. | dock | loading area at venue |
| 23. | dolly | platform for moving equipment |
| 24. | downstage | toward front of stage |
| 25. | EQ | tone adjustment controls |
| 26. | fader | sliding level control |
| 27. | feeder | heavy power distribution cable |
| 28. | fixture | lighting instrument |
| 29. | fly | raise gear overhead |
| 30. | fogger | machine producing fog |
| 31. | FOH | front-of-house sound position |
| 32. | followspot | manually aimed spotlight |
| 33. | forklift | vehicle for lifting pallets |
| 34. | gaff | strong cloth tape |
| 35. | gain | input signal amplification level |
| 36. | gel | colored filter for light |
| 37. | generator | machine producing electrical power |
| 38. | gig | live performance job |
| 39. | go | execute the cue now |
| 40. | gobo | pattern insert for light |
| 41. | ground | electrical safety connection |
| 42. | hang | suspend speakers or lights |
| 43. | haze | fine atmospheric effect |
| 44. | head | amplifier unit without speakers |
| 45. | hoist | lifting device for heavy gear |
| 46. | hold | wait before proceeding |
| 47. | hospitality | food and comfort provisions |
| 48. | house | venue staff or system |
| 49. | in-ears | ear monitors worn by performers |
| 50. | laminate | tour credential pass |
| 51. | lamp | light source in fixture |
| 52. | LD | lighting designer |
| 53. | liftgate | rear platform for loading |
| 54. | line check | quick signal verification |
| 55. | load-in | bringing equipment into venue |
| 56. | load-out | removing equipment after show |
| 57. | loom | bundled group of cables |
| 58. | merch | items sold to fans |
| 59. | mic | microphone |
| 60. | mixer | device combining audio signals |
| 61. | monitor | speaker for performers onstage |
| 62. | motor | powered chain hoist |
| 63. | op | equipment operator |
| 64. | PA | public address sound system |
| 65. | pack | body-worn wireless receiver |
| 66. | pallet | flat base for stacked cargo |
| 67. | patch | connect signal route |
| 68. | pit | area before the stage |
| 69. | PM | production manager |
| 70. | promoter | person organizing the show |
| 71. | rack | frame for mounted equipment |
| 72. | ramp | sloped loading surface |
| 73. | reset | return setup to starting state |
| 74. | rider | performer requirements document |
| 75. | rig | assembled equipment setup |
| 76. | riser | raised platform section |
| 77. | road case | durable transport box for gear |
| 78. | runner | person doing errands for tour |
| 79. | setlist | planned song order |
| 80. | shackle | metal connector for rigging |
| 81. | sidefill | side-stage monitor speaker |
| 82. | snake | multichannel cable bundle |
| 83. | soundcheck | pre-show audio test |
| 84. | stagehand | crew member handling stage work |
| 85. | stand | support for microphone or gear |
| 86. | sub | speaker for low frequencies |
| 87. | tech | technical crew specialist |
| 88. | tie line | cord for securing cables |
| 89. | TM | tour manager |
| 90. | tour bus | bus used for touring |
| 91. | trailer | towed cargo unit |
| 92. | truck | vehicle carrying tour gear |
| 93. | truss | metal framework for hanging gear |
| 94. | upstage | toward back of stage |
| 95. | venue | place where show happens |
| 96. | walkie | portable two-way radio |
| 97. | wash | broad even stage lighting |
| 98. | wedge | floor monitor speaker |
| 99. | wing | side area offstage |
| 100. | wireless | cable-free signal system |