Théâtre-français (en. French theater)

/te.atʁ fʁɑ̃.sɛ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A collection of theatrical works written and performed in French.

The French theaters have produced many classics.

Le théâtres-français a produit de nombreux classiques.

The theatrical movement that develops in France and in francophone countries.

French theater has a rich history of famous playwrights.

Le théâtre-français a une riche histoire de dramaturges célèbres.

This art of theater in the context of French culture.

We are going to attend a performance of French theater this evening.

Nous allons assister à une représentation de théâtre-français ce soir.

The term comes from the association of 'theater', from the Greek 'theatron', and 'French', relating to France and its language.

Boulevard theater

A genre of light theater that is generally comedic.

théâtre de boulevard

Classical theater

Refers to theatrical works from the 17th and 18th centuries in France.

théâtre classique

French stage

Refers to the entire body of francophone theatrical productions.

scène française

Playwright

Author of plays.

dramaturge

Comedy

A theatrical genre that aims to make people laugh.

comédie

Tragedy

A serious theatrical genre that evokes dark themes.

tragédie

A show that isn't worth the price of the ticket.

This show was a true French theater performance; I was bored to death.

Ce spectacle était un vrai théâtre-français, je me suis ennuyé à mourir.

Doing theater for fun without seeking professionalism.

They staged a play together; it was really French theater.

Ils ont monté une pièce ensemble, c'était vraiment du théâtre-français.