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DROP CURTAIN [1 record]

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Record 1 1999-03-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Theatre and Opera
  • Showplaces and Facilities (Performing Arts)
DEF

A stage curtain that is lowered instead of drawn.

CONT

"IT" is made of canvas ornately decorated with cracked and peeling paint. "IT" is a 60-year old theater drop curtain having 18 advertising units painted within its scroll work and draped effect.

CONT

In order that the piece may be played through without having the drop curtain down.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Théâtre et Opéra
  • Salles et installations de spectacles
DEF

Rideau à la guillotine, rideau qui tombe de haut en bas.

Spanish

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