Theatrical Techniques

noun the art of performing or staging plays, movies, or other forms of entertainment

adjective relating to the performance of plays or movies

• The actor's performance was filled with unnecessary dramatics.
• She always adds a touch of dramatics to her stories.
• Stop with the dramatics, it's not that big of a deal.
• His reaction to the news was pure dramatics, as if the world was ending.

noun a humiliating or ridiculous fall or tumble

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• During the play, the actor executed a perfect pratfall that had the audience roaring with laughter.
• I tried to jump over the puddle but ended up doing a pratfall instead.
• He slipped on a banana peel and did a hilarious pratfall in front of everyone.
• Her plan to impress the boss with her presentation ended up being a pratfall when the projector malfunctioned.

noun a traditional dance form originating in the Indian state of Kerala, known for its elaborate costumes and expressive movements

• Kathakali is a classical Indian dance form that originated in Kerala.
• Have you ever seen a Kathakali performance? It's so colorful and vibrant!
• I heard the Kathakali show last night was lit!
• His emotions were like a Kathakali performance, so expressive and dramatic.