theatricalism
/θiˈætrɪkəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- A style or approach in theater that emphasizes artificiality, spectacle, and obvious performance techniques rather than realism.
- Some critics prefer realism over theatricalism because it feels more natural.
- The director's use of bright colors and exaggerated acting showed a love for theatricalism.
- Theatricalism often breaks the fourth wall to remind the audience they are watching a play.
- Exaggerated or dramatic behavior in everyday life, often for effect.
- She rolled her eyes at his theatricalism when he pretended to faint over the news.
- The politician's theatricalism during the speech seemed fake to many viewers.
- His constant theatricalism at parties made him the center of attention.