The standard all-black clothing worn by stage management and backstage crew during performances to remain invisible in the wings and during scene changes. Also refers to the black drapes (curtains and masking) used to define the stage space and hide backstage areas. Wearing blacks is one of the first things new crew members learn—no white, no bright colours, no reflective materials that might catch the light and distract the audience.

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