Stage Plot

The stage plot is a visual diagram that shows the placement of all musicians, instruments, monitors, and technical gear on stage. It works hand-in-hand with the input list and monitor mix section, giving the crew a complete picture of the setup before load-in.

What should a stage plot include?

  • Position of each musician
    • Clearly indicate where each band member stands/sits.
  • Labeled inputs and instruments
    • Each mic, DI, amp, or instrument should be labeled according to the input list.
  • Monitor wedges or IEM packs
    • Include wedges or wireless pack locations and label them (e.g. Mix 1, Mix 2, etc).
  • Backline equipment
    • Guitar/bass amps, drum kit, keyboard stands, DJ tables, etc.
  • Stage dimensions (optional but helpful)
    • For example: “Minimum stage width 6m, depth 4m”
  • Legend / Key
    • Use color codes or icons to clarify meaning if needed.

Sample Description (if no drawing is provided)

  • Drums center-back.
  • Bass stage right with amp and Mix 3 monitor wedge.
  • Guitar stage left with amp and Mix 4 wedge.
  • Keys stage right front, stereo DI, Mix 5 wedge.
  • Lead vocal center-front with Mix 2 wedge.
  • Backing vocals stage left and right, Mix 6 shared wedge.
  • 6 monitor mixes total.

How to deliver the stage plot

  • Attach it as a PDF or image file.
  • Use simple diagramming tools such as:
  • Keep the file name clear, e.g. BandName_StagePlot.pdf.

💡 Best Practice: Keep the stage plot simple, readable, and accurate. If it hasn’t been updated in years, it’s probably wrong.