<Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This article does not cite any sources . Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources . Unsourced material may be challenged and removed . (December 2009) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> <P> A theatrical cue is the trigger for an action to be carried out at a specific time . It is generally associated with theatre and the film industry . They can be necessary for a lighting change or effect, a sound effect, or some sort of stage or set movement / change . </P> <P> Cues are generally given by the stage manager as a verbal signal over the headset system or backstage intercom, by a signal with a' cue light' or by a show control system . There are 3 types of cues given . Warning, Standby, and Go . </P> <Ul> <Li> Warning: Given about a minute prior to the cue and gives time for crew members to get ready and make sure everything is set (this is especially important with cues for set or rail changes). </Li> <Li> Standby: Given a few seconds before the cue and tells the crew members everything should be set and they should be standing by to go . </Li> <Li> Go: Given at the moment the cue should be executed . This sets the crew members in action . </Li> </Ul>

Who calls the cues for a show over the headset