portiere

/ˌpɔrtiˈɛr/; /pɔːrtiˈɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who operates and maintains a theater’s curtains, especially one who is responsible for opening and closing them.

“The theater’s portiere carefully managed the curtains during the performance.”

Synonyms

  • curtain operator
  • usher

Antonyms

  • lighting technician
  • stagehand