Show cues
22 minSegments
5
First
10:00
Total
22:00
A production cue structure with pre-show, countdown, handoff, and transition blocks.
Production cue countdown
Free Show Cue Timer
Use a show cue timer for stage cues, livestream cues, presenter handoffs, act changes, countdown-to-air moments, intermission returns, and production transitions.
Built for this job
Production teams can keep countdown-to-air and handoffs visible.
Stage managers can coordinate transitions without relying on verbal reminders.
Livestream teams can control a shared cue display from another device.
Current agenda item
Pre-show hold
1/5
10:00
Next
Countdown to air
Total time
22:00
Use this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
Livestream cues
20 minSegments
5
First
10:00
Total
20:00
A 20-minute livestream cue timer for standby, go-live, segment handoff, and wrap.
Intermission return
18 minSegments
4
First
10:00
Total
18:00
A 15-minute return timer for breaks, lobby calls, and show restart cues.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Label cues clearly so the display communicates the next action, not just the time.
Use a separate countdown-to-air block before the opening cue.
Keep intermission returns visible for both production staff and presenters.
Use XTimer rooms when the producer controls timing and presenters watch a separate display.
Frequently asked questions
What is a show cue timer?
A show cue timer is a production timer for stage cues, livestream cues, countdown-to-air moments, presenter handoffs, intermissions, and transitions.
Can I use this for livestream production?
Yes. The livestream cue preset includes standby, go-live countdown, host intro, segment handoff, and wrap cue.
How is this different from a stage timer?
A stage timer usually focuses on speaker or session time. A show cue timer focuses on production transitions and labeled cues.