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Actors Noun: People who pretend to be someone else for money. ■ "The actors in the movie were so convincing that I couldn't tell them from real people!"
Legends A group of people who are not actually there, but are instead being represented by actors on a stage. ■ The director decided to use legends for the audience to see the film's climax, as it was too expensive to hire real actors for the scene.
Backstage A place where performers and other members of a production can go to get away from the audience. ■ "The actors had to run backstage to quickly change into their costumes before they went on stage."
charade A theatrical performance that involves actors pretending to be someone or something else. It is often performed for comedic effect. ■ "I can't believe she fell for that charade. That actress has been playing the same role for years."
Circulated A rumor or gossip that has been spread around a lot, often without any basis in fact. ■ When the rumor about the actor's divorce circulated, everyone started speculating who he was going to end up with.
ensemble A collection of people or objects that work together in harmony, such as a group of actors on stage. ■ "The ensemble was so talented that they could have been mistaken for a professional dance troupe."
multimedia A term used to describe any content that combines multiple forms of media, such as text, images, audio, and video. ■ "I can't decide whether I prefer the multimedia presentation with live actors or the one with animations."
Onstage A place where actors and performers entertain an audience. ■ I'm excited to be onstage for my first stand-up comedy show!
portrays To depict or represent in a humorous manner. ■ "The actor's portrayal of the bumbling but lovable clown was absolutely hilarious! He managed to make even the most mundane scenes crackle with laughter."
Projections The act of making a show or display in public. ■ The actor's projections were so convincing, the audience couldn't tell if they were real or just really good at pretending.
rehearse To practice or repeat something over and over again, often in preparation for a performance. ■ The actors rehearsed their lines for weeks to ensure a flawless performance.
scenes A series of events or actions, especially in a play, movie, or television show. ■ "The actors' emotional breakdown during the final scene was truly Oscar-worthy."
casts A collection of actors who perform together in a play, film or television show. ■ "I can't believe the audience actually applauded when I accidentally fell off stage and landed on my face. The cast was so talented, they even made it look like a deliberate move!"
comment A brief, usually amusing or sarcastic observation made during or after a performance. ■ "Wow, that was a really convincing acting performance. I'm sure the audience was thoroughly entertained by the lead actor's ability to make inane comments about the scenery."
crew A group of people who work together in a team, especially on a boat or ship. ■The captain and his crew set sail for the Caribbean, but their adventure was cut short when they hit a reef and sank to the bottom of the ocean., A group of people who are part of the same entertainment industry, such as actors, musicians, or athletes. ■The cast and crew of the blockbuster movie "Titanic" worked tirelessly to bring the epic love story to life on the big screen.
eyre A device used to make one's eyes look larger and more expressive. It is often used by actors in stage performances. ■ "The eyre was a game-changer for my acting career - it really helped me sell that sad scene!"
Feature A particular aspect or element of something that is especially prominent and/or eye-catching. ■ The feature of the new restaurant's decor was its use of neon lights, creating a vibrant and futuristic atmosphere.; A particular quality or trait that is distinctive or unique to a person or thing. ■ The feature of the famous actor's voice is its deep, commanding tone, which has made him one of Hollywood's most sought-after talent.
intermission A brief pause or rest between two acts, such as a break for the audience to stretch their legs or grab a snack. ■ During the intermission of the play, the actors took a quick nap on stage while the crew set up for the next act.
masquerade A theatrical performance in which actors wear masks and pretend to be someone else. ■ The audience was amazed when they saw the lead actor masquerading as a famous celebrity during the final scene of the play., To wear or use a mask, especially in order to hide one's identity. ■ The detective asked the suspect if he had been masquerading as someone else during the crime., To pretend to be something or someone else in order to deceive others. ■ The politician was caught masquerading as a supporter of his opponent's campaign.
mesa A flat, elevated area of land surrounded by higher ground., Also known as a plateau or tabletop., Often used as the setting for cheesy Western movies and TV shows. ■ "Why did the cow cross the mesa? To get to the other side of course! But first, it had to face off against some bandits. Can you believe that?, "I just love watching those old Westerns set on mesas. The landscapes are always so breathtaking and the actors are all so ruggedly handsome."
rehearsals A series of practice sessions for performing a play, musical, or other performance. ■ "The actors had many rehearsals to perfect their timing and delivery. But when the curtain finally went up, they were as nervous as a group of squirrels in a nut-collecting contest."
Role A part played by an actor in a play or movie, or a position or duty assigned to a person. ■ The actor's role as Hamlet was particularly challenging because he had to portray both madness and sadness at the same time.
screening A method of detecting and preventing harmful radiation from reaching the skin. ■ I forgot to put on sunscreen while I was out in the garden, now my arms are covered in angry red spots from the intense sun screening. ■ "I need to make sure I'm properly screened before entering any restricted areas.", ■ "The movie theater was fully screened, but we couldn't hear a word the actors were saying.", ■ "He always puts on his favorite sports screening every weekend."
script A set of instructions written in a particular language that tell a computer what to do. ■ "I forgot my password. Can you run the script that resets it?", A written or printed work intended for performance on stage, especially by actors. ■ "That actor nailed his lines in the play. He must have practiced his script a million times.", A plan or scheme that outlines steps to be taken in order to achieve something. ■ "I need to create a script for my project. It will help me stay organized and make sure I don't forget anything."
six The number six is a hilarious word because it sounds like "sicks" in British English, and it's always amusing to see people write "six" when they really mean "sick". Plus, the word for six in Japanese is "rokugo", which literally means "six characters", but also refers to the traditional form of Japanese storytelling that involves six actors. ■ "I'm feeling so sick today," said John. His friend replied, "You should go home and get some rest."
Theatrics A form of entertainment involving the dramatic representation of a story or event, typically through the use of actors, props, and scenery. ■ "The audience was in stitches as the clown's over-the-top antics and exaggerated expressions filled the theater with laughter."