low area below the stage where an orchestra sits and plays during a performance
For a type of orchestra, see
pit orchestra. An orchestra pit is the usually lowered area (hence
pit) in front of and/or underneath a
stage where a
pit orchestra accompanies performers in a
musical,
opera, or other type of show involving music. In some cases, part or all of the pit is on a mechanical lift which can raise the floor to the level of the stage deck. This allows for easier movement of instruments among other things. Often an orchestra pit will be equipped with a removable pit cover which provides safety by eliminating the steep drop off and also increases the available acting area above. In most cases, some sort of lattice or sound port is built into the front of the orchestra pit, to allow audience members in the front rows to hear the music while still having a wall to keep them separated from the orchestra.
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