call-board

[ kawl-bawrd, -bohrd ]

noun

1. a bulletin board, as in a theater, on which notices are posted announcing rehearsals, changes in the cast, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of call-board¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

Through the window of the low, one-story building he could see the lobby call-board, with the little colored studs all dark.

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Notices G. All communications which refer to the company in general shall be posted upon the call-board.

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Notices C. All communications which refer to the company in general shall be posted upon the call-board.

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In the professional theatre the call-board is usually placed near the stage door.

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Anything of interest to the company is posted on the call-board.

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