大道具(おおどうぐ)

おおどうぐ
noun
stage set; large props; scenery
technicaltool
1. stage set; large props; scenery
Large-scale stage equipment and scenery used in theater, film, or television productions. Includes backdrops, set pieces, and structural elements. Contrasts with 小道具 (small props, hand props).
大道具(おおどうぐ)の準備(じゅんび)が進(すす)んでいる。
Preparations for the stage set are underway.
大道具(おおどうぐ)を組(く)み立(た)てるのに半日(はんにち)かかった。
It took half a day to assemble the stage set.
舞台(ぶたい)裏(うら)では大道具(おおどうぐ)スタッフが場面(ばめん)転換(てんかん)のために忙(いそが)しく動(うご)いていた。
Backstage, the set crew was busy moving things around for the scene change.

Usage

大道具(おおどうぐ) refers to the large set pieces and scenery in theater and film. It also refers to the department or crew responsible for these items. Originally a kabuki theater term, now used broadly in all performing arts and film/TV production.

Common collocations

Similar words

小道具(こどうぐ) (small props, hand props) refers to portable items used by actors on stage, such as cups, swords, or letters. Together, 大道具(おおどうぐ) and 小道具(こどうぐ) cover all physical elements of a stage production.

Related Words

Antonym: 小道具(こどうぐ) (small props, hand props)
Related: 舞台装置(ぶたいそうち) (stage set)
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