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Event Lexicon

The allbuyone Event Lexicon explains terms, technical expressions, and common designations used in the event industry.

Navigate through the alphabet from A to Z, or choose a term directly.

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Adhesive tape definition

B

B1 Fire protection classification

Baby pit / nursery

BGV A8 is a regulation issued by the German employers' liability insurance association.

C

Crew Dispatcher

Crowd control barriers

Crowd management

D

DIN 4102 - B1 German fire protection standard

Dismantling call

E

F

Flame-retardant floor covering

G

I

Intelligent lighting devices

M

Mesh is a type of fabric with a lattice-like structure.

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Spotlight Operator

Stage direction

Stage Directions

Stage Left (classical theatre)

Stage programme

Stagehands and roadies

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What are Mannesmann barriers?

What is a beachflag?

What is molton?

GIGS

GIGS is a proper noun for stage barricades. The barricades are used as so-called wavebreakers at events and serve to protect people and equipment on and in front of the stage, as well as at all spot and mix positions.
GIGS protect areas of the event site from excessive spectator pressure.

All information in our lexicon is provided without guarantee of accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. For specific cases, please consult legal professionals. As of September 2016.