Vaudeville
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What Does Vaudeville Mean?
- 杂耍
- 小品剧
- 歌舞杂耍
Vaudeville Pronunciation
/ˈvɔː.də.vɪl/
Vaudeville Definition
noun
Definition
A theatrical variety show popular in the early 20th century featuring a mixture of specialty acts such as comedians, musicians, dancers, and magicians.
In ZH
一种热门于20世纪初的戏剧杂技表演，包含喜剧演员、音乐家、舞蹈家和魔术师等各种特殊表演的混合。
How to Use Vaudeville in a Sentence
- Vaudeville shows were a popular form of entertainment in America.
- The vaudeville circuit included many famous performers of the time.
- She grew up watching her parents perform in vaudeville theaters.
- The essence of vaudeville lies in its variety and spontaneity.
- Many early films were inspired by the structure of vaudeville acts.
Cultural Notes
Vaudeville was a precursor to modern forms of entertainment, influencing television variety shows and musicals.