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).
大道具の準備が進んでいる。
Preparations for the stage set are underway.
大道具を組み立てるのに半日かかった。
It took half a day to assemble the stage set.
舞台裏では大道具スタッフが場面転換のために忙しく動いていた。
Backstage, the set crew was busy moving things around for the scene change.
USAGE:
大道具 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:
- 大道具を組む (to build the stage set)
- 大道具スタッフ (set construction crew)
- 大道具担当 (person in charge of sets)
SIMILAR WORDS:
小道具 (small props, hand props) refers to portable items used by actors on stage, such as cups, swords, or letters. Together, 大道具 and 小道具 cover all physical elements of a stage production.