Synonyms for stage

any distinct time period in a sequence of events (noun)

• phase

a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process (noun)

• degree
• level
• point

a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns (noun)

• stagecoach

a section or portion of a journey or course (noun)

• leg

a small platform on a microscope where the specimen is mounted for examination (noun)

perform (a play), especially on a stage (verb)

• present
• represent

plan, organize, and carry out (an event) (verb)

• arrange