theatrical
theatricals,
dramatic performances, now especially as given by amateurs.
artificial or histrionic actions.
a professional actor: a family of renowned theatricals.
Origin of theatrical
1Other words for theatrical
Other words from theatrical
- the·at·ri·cal·i·ty [thee-a-tri-kal-i-tee], /θiˌæ trɪˈkæl ɪ ti/, the·at·ri·cal·ness, noun
- the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- half-the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- non·the·at·ric, adjective
- non·the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- non·the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- o·ver·the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- o·ver·the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- o·ver·the·at·ri·cal·ness, noun
- qua·si-the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- qua·si-the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- sem·i·the·at·ric, adjective
- sem·i·the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- sem·i·the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- un·the·at·ric, adjective
- un·the·at·ri·cal, adjective
- un·the·at·ri·cal·ly, adverb
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How to use theatrical in a sentence
Movies currently in theatrical release will also be available on-demand, including The Hunt, The Invisible Man, and Emma.
How the coronavirus outbreak is roiling the film and entertainment industries | Alissa Wilkinson | September 11, 2020 | VoxAfter the coronavirus pandemic forced Disney to delay and eventually cancel a global theatrical release of its live-action Mulan earlier this year, the movie debuted on the company’s streaming platform on Friday.
Mulan’s Disney+ release is reigniting a boycott movement | Naomi Xu Elegant | September 4, 2020 | FortuneIn addition to the upcoming broadcast, the studio has also created a number of documentaries and scripted products, some with scheduled theatrical releases.
‘A blueprint for what is going to happen’: Time’s Time 100 franchise on track to double revenue in 2020 | Kayleigh Barber | September 3, 2020 | DigidayHollywood studios subsequently delayed the theatrical releases of their blockbuster movies that were scheduled to come out this summer.
The 90-day theatrical exclusivity window dates back to the 1980s, when VHS tapes became popular around the world.
Universal’s deal with AMC means seismic shifts in the movie industry | Adam Epstein | July 29, 2020 | Quartz
In reality,” Francis said, “theatrical severity and sterile pessimism are often symptoms of fear and insecurity.
Pope Francis Denounces the Vatican Elite’s 'Spiritual Alzheimer’s' | Barbie Latza Nadeau | December 23, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHe speaks about the challenges of doing a live theatrical production without being able to feed off a live audience.
The Cast of ‘Peter Pan Live!’ Knows You Hatewatched ‘The Sound of Music’ | Kevin Fallon | December 2, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThis is one of the reasons why young people enjoy theatrical activities.
He approaches the composition of a painting rather as a theatrical director might set the scene of a play.
No doubt Smith hopes to paint Glock as a monster once again, and the theatrical complaint pulls no punches.
The same is true when children play at being Indians or what not: they are not "acting" in the theatrical sense of the word.
Children's Ways | James SullyIt was theatrical: he stood upon the stage, an audience watching him with intent expectancy, wondering upon his decision.
The Wave | Algernon BlackwoodI dont believe your mother knew you had that theatrical man to drive with you, said Laura, bluntly.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage | Gertrude W. MorrisonIt is with them as with theatrical pieces, there may be one good out of a thousand.
A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 1 (of 10) | Franois-Marie Arouet (AKA Voltaire)We are the heaven-sent leaders of all "New" enterprises, whether literary, theatrical, or artistic.
British Dictionary definitions for theatrical
/ (θɪˈætrɪkəl) /
of or relating to the theatre or dramatic performances
exaggerated and affected in manner or behaviour; histrionic
Derived forms of theatrical
- theatricality or theatricalness, noun
- theatrically, adverb
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