Musical Theatre Terminology

noun A frivolous or elaborate story or explanation that is often lengthy or exaggerated

• The theater production featured a captivating song and dance number.
• We were treated to a fun song and dance routine at the party.
• The musical had some killer song and dance sequences that blew me away.
• The politician's speech was just a lot of song and dance, with no real substance.

noun A type of musical theatre production that features a collection of popular songs by a particular artist or group, used as the musical score

adjective Describing the type of musical theatre production that features popular songs from a specific artist or group

• The Broadway show was a jukebox musical featuring all of the greatest hits from the 80s.
• I love going to see jukebox musicals because I already know all the songs they'll be playing.
• Jukebox musicals are like a blast from the past with all the classic tunes.
• Her life felt like a jukebox musical, with each song representing a different chapter or emotion.