1. The practice of using a narrow, focused beam of light to illuminate a specific performer or object on stage during a theatrical or musical performance.
Usage: theater/performance arts; commonly used in live entertainment

Examples

• The pinspotting during the solo dance number drew the audience's attention directly to the lead performer.
• Effective pinspotting requires skilled lighting technicians who can follow the actor's movements precisely.
• The concert featured dramatic pinspotting that highlighted each band member during their instrumental breaks.
• Without proper pinspotting, the intimate scene would have lost its emotional impact on the large stage.
• The lighting designer used pinspotting to create a sense of isolation around the main character.