on the stage on the stage {adv.} or {adj. phr.} In or into the work of being an actor or actress. John's brother is on the stage. Mary went on the stage. Categories: add yours {adj. phr.} {adv.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: O Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Post my comment