Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Directing language & playable notes · Working

Alternate line

Also called: alt, alt copy

ELI5

A different version of dialogue recorded to preserve creative, legal or duration options.

Used in conversation

“The director should explain the alternate line in a way the performer can play.”

Pitch context

You may encounter “Alternate line” in directing, casting & performance conversations or materials.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

Sources & evidence · 8

Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.