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Bühnentechnik

stage technology; theatrical engineering

noun BYUE-nen-tekh-neek Rare
Arts & Culture Performance

Usage Note

Bühnentechnik encompasses all mechanical, electrical, and structural systems that operate the physical stage: flies, revolves, trap doors, and automation. A specialist trained in this is a Bühnentechniker, a recognised vocational qualification in Germany.

Examples

"Dank moderner Bühnentechnik kann der Fliegende Holländer sein Schiff auf die Bühne segeln."

Natural Translation

Thanks to modern stage technology, the Flying Dutchman can sail his ship onto the stage.

Literal Translation

Thanks to modern stage-technology can the Flying Dutchman his ship onto the stage sail.

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