Category: Lingo

Welcome to your backstage pass to Broadway’s secret language. From terms like “swing,” “ghost light,” and “eleventh hour number” to phrases shouted during curtain call, this is where you’ll decode the insider jargon that brings the stage to life. Whether you’re a total newbie or a theater-loving vet, Broadway Lingo breaks it all down—no drama, just clarity. Speak the language, get the jokes, and sound like you belong in the front row (or at least know why it’s called the mezzanine).