Theatricality
(noun)
The quality of being dramatic, spectacular, or suitable for the stage.
Origin:
From "theater", from latin "theatrum" and "-ality", a suffix meaning "quality of being".
Examples:
- The musical was filled with elaborate sets and costumes, emphasizing its theatricality.
- The performer's flamboyant movements and exaggerated expressions added to the theatricality of the performance.
- The play was marked by its intense theatricality, with actors using all their skills to convey the story.
- The theatricality of the opera was breathtaking, with elaborate sets, costumes, and singing.
- The production of 'Romeo and Juliet' was known for its high level of theatricality, including spectacular sword fights and beautiful love scenes.