Pre-production · process
Table read
Also known as table reading, read-through.
A group reading of a script by performers and production participants before filming.
In practice
The session tests dialogue, pacing, character relationships, and story clarity; it can inform revisions but is not a substitute for blocking or technical rehearsal.
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Sources
- E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.