theatrical
theatralisch – theatralischer – am theatralischsten
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theatrical / histrionic
Exaggerated and affected in a conspicuous way, especially when expressing feelings or in one's behavior.
Als sie den Preis hörte, schlug sie mit einer theatralischen Geste die Hände über dem Kopf zusammen.
When she heard the price, she threw her hands over her head with a theatrical gesture.
theatrical
Relating to the theater and its artistic means of expression; typical of a performance on stage.
Die Inszenierung verbindet unterschiedliche theatralische Ausdrucksformen wie Schauspiel, Tanz und Pantomime.
The production combines various theatrical forms of expression, such as acting, dance, and pantomime.
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With “theatralisch” (theatrical), words such as “Geste” (gesture), “Reaktion” (reaction), or “Verhalten” (behavior) usually indicate an evaluation of someone's manner. When “Inszenierung” (production), “Darstellung” (performance), or “Bühne” (stage) appear in the context, the word is more likely part of the technical language used to discuss theater and its means of expression.
Seine theatralische Reaktion auf die kleine Verspätung irritierte alle.
His theatrical reaction to the minor delay irritated everyone.
Die Regisseurin untersucht die theatralischen Mittel der Aufführung.
The director is examining the theatrical means used in the production.
In its figurative meaning, “theatralisch” (theatrical / histrionic) often occurs with “Geste” (gesture), “Auftritt” (appearance), or “Reaktion” (reaction). The expressions “theatralisch reagieren” (to react theatrically) and “sich theatralisch verhalten” (to behave theatrically) are also common and often express criticism of someone's behavior.
Er reagierte theatralisch auf die harmlose Bemerkung seiner Kollegin.
He reacted theatrically to his colleague's harmless remark.
In its theater-related meaning, “theatralisch” (theatrical) appears especially in technical texts about productions, acting, and stage art. It often describes the means, elements, forms, or effects of a performance.
Licht und Musik gehören zu den wichtigsten theatralischen Elementen dieser Inszenierung.
Light and music are among the most important theatrical elements of this production.
