technical rehearsal
[/ˈtɛknɪkəl rɪˈhɜːrsəl/]
nounpl: technical rehearsals
ensaio técnico
1. A rehearsal in theater, film, or television production where the focus is on technical elements such as lighting, sound, camera movements, and special effects rather than on performance or acting
During the technical rehearsal, the lighting designer adjusted all the spotlights to match the director's vision.
Durante o ensaio técnico, o iluminador ajustou todos os refletores para corresponder à visão do diretor.
2. A run-through of a production where all technical aspects are tested and coordinated with the performers
The technical rehearsal revealed several issues with the sound system that needed to be fixed before opening night.
O ensaio técnico revelou vários problemas com o sistema de som que precisavam ser corrigidos antes da estreia.
In both American and Brazilian theater cultures, the technical rehearsal is a crucial pre-production phase where all technical departments (lighting, sound, props, effects) coordinate their work. In Brazil's theater scene, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, ensaios técnicos are highly structured and essential before any public performance. This term is used similarly in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries, reflecting the international nature of theater production standards.
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