on the stage

phrase

: in or into the acting profession
went on the stage at age 15

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There were far more people between our band and Al Kooper’s band, far more people on the stage than there were in the audience. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2026 At the end of the performance, Stiles placed a single red rose — another callout to the film — on the stage’s steps while looking at an image of herself and Ledger from the movie. — Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2026 Brooks performs in the round, meaning anyone can see him on the stage regardless of where they’re seated. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 Having his name in lights, being front and center on the stage or on screen was never part of Role Model‘s plan. — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the stage

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“On the stage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20stage. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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