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Batten (theater)
In theater, batten, or pipe refers to a long metal pole suspended above the stage (and sometimes above the audience) from which lighting fixtures, theatrical scenery, tabs or other curtains may be hung. Usually these battens can be raised or lowered into a fly tower, both for ease of use, and to achieve an effect whereby the suspended items appear to "fly" in or out during a performance.
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