theatrical performance

[/θiˈætrɪkəl pərˈfɔːrməns/]
nounfemininepl: theatrical performances / performances teatrais
apresentação teatral
1. A dramatic or artistic presentation performed by actors on a stage before an audience
The theatrical performance of Hamlet was critically acclaimed.
A apresentação teatral de Hamlet foi aclamada pela crítica.
2. An exaggerated or dramatic display of emotion or behavior
His apology was just theatrical performance, not genuine.
Seu pedido de desculpas foi apenas uma apresentação teatral, não genuína.
3. A staged production involving acting, dialogue, and often music or dance
The local theater group organized a theatrical performance for the community.
O grupo de teatro local organizou uma apresentação teatral para a comunidade.
In Brazilian culture, theatrical performances are valued as an important art form and cultural expression. Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo have thriving theater scenes. The term 'apresentação teatral' is preferred in formal contexts, while 'peça' is used more colloquially. In Portugal, 'espetáculo teatral' is the more traditional term. Theater remains an essential part of both Brazilian and Portuguese cultural heritage.
NYC Slang
Broadway show / off-Broadway production / stage show
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stage performanceplaydramashowproductionspectacleperformance
Antonyms / Antônimos
authenticitygenuinenesssincerity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apresentação teatral
Most common term in Brazil
General Brazilian
peça teatral
Also commonly used for theatrical play or performance
Rio de Janeiro
show teatral
Informal usage mixing Portuguese with English
Portugal
espetáculo teatral
More formal European Portuguese usage

Related Words

theateractoractressscriptaudiencestagecostumescenery

Related Idioms & Phrases

all the world's a stage
break a leg
steal the show
ham it up
play to the gallery
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