The stage

Stage left

Also called: SL Β· Prompt side (UK) Β· Cour (French)

The actor's left as they face the audience. Directions are always given from the actor's point of view, so the audience sees it on their right.

In UK houses the prompt corner traditionally sits stage left, which is why it is also called prompt side. A few European traditions flip this and give directions from the house.

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