What is an emergency lighting requirement on stage?

• A. All lights off during power loss.
• B. Only exit signs glow.
• C. Emergency lighting is not required on stage.
• D. Lighting that remains functional during power loss to facilitate safe egress.

Answer: (D)

Emergency lighting on stage is designed to stay illuminated when the main power goes out so people can see and move to safe exits. The best answer describes lighting that remains functional during power loss to facilitate safe egress, which is exactly what emergency lighting is for—providing enough illumination to locate exits, avoid obstacles, and guide people to safety. This is essential for both performers and crew to evacuate and for overall crowd safety. The other options don’t fit because turning all lights off leaves everyone in complete darkness; exit signs alone do not provide sufficient illumination of paths; and saying emergency lighting isn’t required contradicts safety codes that mandate it.