periaktoi

English Term (puo:englishTerm)

periaktoi

Definition of term (puo:definition)

A three-sided structure built from narrow flats mounted on a rotating base. Each side is painted with different scenery, and the structure is rotated to indicate a scene or locale change / an ancient Greek technique still used in more stylistic productions and even children’s
theatre.

Sesotho Term (puo:sesothoTerm)

letlapa / boto / foreimi e mahlakore a mararo a ka fetolwang /
periaktoi

Afrikaans Term (puo:afrikaansTerm)

driekantige swaaipaneel
/ periaktoi

PanSALB Approved Languages (schema:status)

Pending

Subject Field (schema:isPartOf)

Drama and Theatre Arts (and Film)