theatrics

/θiˈætrɪks/
noun
  1. Dramatic or exaggerated behavior intended to attract attention or create an effect.
    • Stop the theatrics and just tell us what happened.
    • The politician's theatrics on stage were meant to win over the crowd.
    • His theatrics during the meeting annoyed everyone who just wanted to discuss the facts.
  2. The art or activity of performing in a theater; stagecraft.
    • She studied theatrics in college and later became a professional actress.
    • The school's theatrics program puts on three shows every year.
    • He has a natural talent for theatrics, from acting to set design.
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