Definition of Mise-en-scene

the process of setting up a stage for a play or performance

Examples of Mise-en-scene in a sentence

The crowd seemed oblivious to the mise-en-scene, keeping their eyes on the actors even as the scenery was being changed.  🔊

Preparing the lighting and setting props is a huge a part of a stage play’s mise-en-scene.  🔊

During the mise-en-scene, the stagehands were able to quickly set up the theater platform and prepare for the cast’s arrival.  🔊

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