Fly Crew - History

History

Historically, off-duty sailors were used as fly crews in theaters because they had comprehensive knowledge of knots and ropes due to their experience with sails. They communicated with one another using high-pitched whistles. Because of this, whistling was not allowed in theaters to prevent it from accidentally being interpreted as a flyrail command. It is still considered 'bad luck' to whistle in a theater.

Running crew
  • Call boy
  • Production manager
  • Stage manager
  • Stagehand
  • Technical director
  • Theatrical technician
  • Carpenter
  • Fly crew
  • Electrician
  • Light board operator
  • Lighting technician
  • Spotlight operator
  • A2
  • Sound operator
  • Property master
  • Dresser
  • Wardrobe supervisor


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