1. Plural of promptbook; scripts or manuscripts used by theater prompters or stage managers to guide actors and manage stage directions during performances.
Usage: theater/drama; historical and contemporary use

Examples

• The theater's archive contains promptbooks from productions dating back to the 19th century.
• Promptbooks are essential tools for stage managers to coordinate lighting, sound, and actor cues.
• The prompter consulted the promptbooks to ensure all actors entered at the correct moments.
• Many famous promptbooks have been preserved in university libraries as historical documents.
• Modern promptbooks often include detailed notes about blocking and technical cues.