In a typical rehearsal progression, what stage immediately follows a run-through?

In a typical rehearsal progression, what stage immediately follows a run-through?

• A. Dress rehearsal
• B. Opening night
• C. Previews
• D. Technical rehearsal

Answer: (D)

Understanding how rehearsals progress helps explain why a technical rehearsal comes right after a run-through. A run-through focuses on timing, blocking, and how actors hit their beats with minimal distractions. Once that flow is solid, the production brings in the technical elements—lights, sound, cues, and set changes—to see how everything aligns with the performers’ timing. That integration is the core purpose of a technical rehearsal, making sure cues fire exactly when needed and that the overall pace matches the intended rhythm of the show. After ironing out these tech aspects, the process typically moves to a dress rehearsal (full costumes and makeup), then previews for refined audience feedback, and finally opening night.

Understanding how rehearsals progress helps explain why a technical rehearsal comes right after a run-through. A run-through focuses on timing, blocking, and how actors hit their beats with minimal distractions. Once that flow is solid, the production brings in the technical elements—lights, sound, cues, and set changes—to see how everything aligns with the performers’ timing. That integration is the core purpose of a technical rehearsal, making sure cues fire exactly when needed and that the overall pace matches the intended rhythm of the show. After ironing out these tech aspects, the process typically moves to a dress rehearsal (full costumes and makeup), then previews for refined audience feedback, and finally opening night.