Shanty stage refers to a simple and makeshift platform used for amateur performances. Other synonyms that can be used to describe a similar stage include a makeshift stage, rough platform, make-do platform, rough stage, DIY stage, homemade stage, and bare-bones platform. Such stages are typically temporary and are erected for a specific event or occasion. They can be crafted from materials such as wood, any collection of objects, or natural terrain, and are often used for performances, concerts, events, and festivals. These stages are frequented by amateurs who wish to showcase their talents, as well as professional performers who seek an informal and intimate setting.