Live entertainment · live
House open
Also known as open the house.
The operational point at which the venue begins admitting the audience to the performance area.
In practice
Before opening, production confirms life safety, staffing, stage condition, sound and lighting state, access routes, holds, public information, and authority to delay doors.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards · Entertainment Services and Technology Association
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.