Synonyms for

Onstage

Verb / ˌɑ:ˈnsteɪdʒ / Another word for onstage — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Onstage means relating to or happening during a performance on a stage.

Synonyms & similar words

offstage performing acting playing presenting performative theatrical dramatic showy spectacular staged performed enacted executed orchestrated produced mounted presentable displayable

Synonyms by register

Formal

in view prominently

Informal

in the spotlight out there

Literary

in the public eye upon the boards

Antonyms

offstage backstage wings out of sight unseen in the wings

Common collocations

  • onstage performance
  • onstage presence
  • onstage lights
  • onstage action
  • onstage drama
  • onstage debut
  • onstage energy

Word family

adjective onstage
adverb onstage

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a performer or action that is currently visible to the audience on the stage. It can also function as an adjective.

Example sentences

  1. The dancers practiced their routine onstage.
  2. The singer forgot the lyrics during the onstage performance.
  3. The magician hid behind the curtain before appearing onstage.
  4. The audience clapped loudly when the play ended onstage.
  5. The actor wore a costume during his onstage appearance.

Quotes

  • I love to perform onstage and connect with the audience.
  • Being onstage is like a rush of adrenaline.
  • The best feeling is when the audience applauds after an onstage performance.

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