Word: Theater Company
Definition: A theater company is a group of people, usually actors, directors, and other staff, who work together to produce plays. They create performances that are shown to an audience in a theater.
Usage Instructions:
The term "theater company" is usually used as a noun.
You can talk about a specific company (e.g., "The Royal Shakespeare Company") or refer to theater companies in general (e.g., "Many theater companies are producing new plays this season.").
Example:
Advanced Usage:
Theater companies can vary in size from small community groups to large professional organizations.
They often have a season of performances, which can include different plays throughout the year.
Word Variants:
Theater (or Theatre): Refers to the place where plays are performed.
Theatrical (adjective): Relating to the theater or drama (e.g., "She has a very theatrical style of acting.")
Theatricality (noun): The quality of being exaggerated or dramatic.
Different Meanings:
In a broader sense, "theater" can also refer to any place where performances are held, including movies, concerts, or other shows.
"Company" can mean any type of business or group of people working together, not just in theater.
Synonyms:
Drama company
Performing arts group
Stage company
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
"Break a leg!": An expression used to wish actors good luck before a performance.
"Upstage": To take attention away from someone else on stage, or to perform in a way that draws focus from the main action.
Summary:
A theater company is an organization that produces plays and performances, involving various talented people working together in the art of drama.