1. the front part of a stage in a theater, between the curtain and the orchestra pit or audience
Usage: also called apron or proscenium

Examples

• The actor stepped onto the forestage to deliver his monologue.
• Lighting effects on the forestage created an intimate connection with the audience.
• The dancers performed their opening number on the forestage before moving upstage.
• The forestage was decorated with flowers for the musical's grand finale.