Location
Georgetown Hall Front Double Doors
Bartlet and the Georgetown Chancellor push through these wide double doors at the hall's front, leaving the staircase landing's private tension behind. Cheers erupt from the crowd below as they step into view, Pomp and Circumstance swelling around them. The threshold snaps paternal anxiety into ceremonial poise, Zoey's distant photo capturing the president's human side amid graduates and families.
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S4E22
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Commencement
Pocketed Anxiety — Final Edits and the Walk to Commencement
The hall's front double doors mark the ceremonial threshold; passing through them converts the intimate preparatory moment into a public, performative one and triggers audience response.
Atmosphere
Momentary escalation from quiet preparation to exuberant public ritual as doors open.
Functional Role
Stage exit/venue prop forming the physical point of transition.
Symbolic Significance
Serves as the literal gateway between private fears and public obligations.
Access Restrictions
Operable by staff and officials; used in the procession to control sightlines and timing.
Doors opening to reveal the applauding crowd
Sound shift: music and applause swell as doors part
Bright lighting out front accentuating the President's appearance
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