Definitions

1. noun

the part of the stage that is closest to the audience and nearest to the footlights; the front of the stage

“The actors performed downstage, near the edge of the set.”

2. adverb

directed or located towards the footlights, or at the front of the stage

“The actor moved downstage to address the audience.”

3. adjective

relating to or located at the front of the stage, nearest to the footlights

“The downstage corner of the set was decorated with flowers.”