Vaudevillian (noun)

An actor or performer in vaudeville.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from vaudeville, on the pattern of comedian.

Examples:

1. He was a well-known vaudevillian in the early 20th century.
2. The vaudevillian performed a variety of acts including singing, dancing, and comedy.
3. Vaudevillian shows were popular in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
4. Many famous actors and actresses got their start in vaudeville.
5. The vaudevillian had a great sense of timing and knew how to work the audience.