Theatre

Theatre Cue Display
and Cue Light Software

DSM-style cue light display for LX, Sound, Flys, Stage and FOH. Show state, countdown timers and per-department standby and go — all from one browser screen.

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Display screens are designed for landscape — rotate your phone or use a larger screen for the full layout.

The problem

Small and mid-size theatre productions often can't afford dedicated cue light hardware. Productions running in non-standard spaces, black boxes, or on tour need flexible cue management without dedicated infrastructure.

How ShowPrompt solves it

ShowPrompt's theatre display gives each department their own standby and go cues on a browser screen. The stage manager calls cues from the controller, and each department screen lights up with standby and go in real time — no hardwiring, no dedicated cue light rack.

Features

What's included

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Per-department cue lights

Separate standby and go for LX, Sound, Flys, Stage, and FOH. Each on their own screen — or all on one shared screen.

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Show state display

Clear show state: Pre-Show, The Half, Beginners, Act 1, Interval, Act 2, Show Over. Always visible to the full team.

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Countdown timers

House Open, The Half, Beginners, Interval timers — all controllable from the stage manager's controller page.

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No cue light hardware needed

Replaces or supplements dedicated cue light racks. Any screen becomes a cue light display.

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Works on any device

Tablet, phone, laptop, monitor — each department can have their own screen without specialist equipment.

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Local network, no internet

Runs entirely on your local network. No internet required during performances.

FAQ

Questions about Theatre

Is this a replacement for a proper cue light system?

For small productions, black boxes, and touring shows, ShowPrompt can effectively replace a dedicated cue light system. For larger productions with complex cue requirements, it's a supplement to existing infrastructure.

Can each department have their own screen?

Yes. You can have as many connected screens as you need — each department tech, the DSM, and the production desk can all have their own view.

Can I customise which departments appear?

Yes. ShowPrompt's theatre mode lets you configure which departments are active and visible in your show.

Does it work for amateur theatre?

Yes — ShowPrompt is well-suited to amateur theatre groups that don't have dedicated cue light infrastructure and need a flexible, affordable solution.

Called from the cue book

Group LX, Sound, Flys and FX into one moment and fire them together with a single, unmissable GO.

Ready to try ShowPrompt?

Download free today. Upgrade to Pro or Venue when you need more.

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