Disadvantages of a Thrust Stage ● Actors may feel intimidated when having audience at all 3 sides ● Actors have a limited number of entrances and exits. ● Directors must still be mindful that one side might not be able to see the action. ● The audience's view on the thrust stage can be limited. ● Props block sightlines and must be accurately prepared/positioned prior to the performance. ● Actors needs to express...

As the audience shares the space with the performers, performances can be unpredictable and as such, blocking can be particularly challenging. Audiences can tire when following performers, and there is an increased risk of slips, trips and falls.