An orator's platform is a raised platform used by a speaker to address an audience. It is composed of three components: a soapbox (SOAPT), a ROSTRUM (ROSTRUM), and a DAIS (DAIS). A soapbox is a wooden box or crate that was originally used as a platform for political speakers in the 19th century. A ROSTRUM is a raised platform, usually with a lectern, used by a speaker to address an audience. A DAIS is a raised platform at the front of a room, typically used by a speaker or dignitary. Together, these three components form an orator's platform, which provides a speaker with a raised platform from which to address an audience.