Musical drama: meaning, definitions and examples

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musical drama

 

[ ˈmjuːzɪkəl ˈdrɑːmə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

performance art

A musical drama is a form of theatre combining songs, spoken dialogue, acting, and dance. It often tells a story through the emotional expression of the characters and the music.

Synonyms

musical, musical theater

Examples of usage

  • Les Misérables is a famous musical drama that has been performed worldwide.
  • The Phantom of the Opera is another classic musical drama loved by audiences.
Context #2 | Noun

film industry

In the film industry, a musical drama refers to a movie that incorporates musical numbers and performances as a significant part of the storyline. These films often explore themes of love, passion, and struggle through music.

Synonyms

musical film, musical movie

Examples of usage

  • La La Land is a popular musical drama film that won several awards.
  • Dreamgirls is a musical drama that showcases the journey of a girl group in the music industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "musical drama" in other languages:

🇵🇹 drama musical

🇮🇳 संगीतमय नाटक

🇩🇪 Musikdrama

🇮🇩 drama musikal

🇺🇦 музична драма

🇵🇱 dramat muzyczny

🇯🇵 音楽ドラマ

🇫🇷 drame musical

🇪🇸 drama musical

🇹🇷 müzikal drama

🇰🇷 뮤지컬 드라마

🇸🇦 دراما موسيقية

🇨🇿 hudební drama

🇸🇰 hudobná dráma

🇨🇳 音乐剧

🇸🇮 glasbena drama

🇮🇸 tónlistardrama

🇰🇿 музыкалық драма

🇬🇪 მუსიკალური დრამა

🇦🇿 musiqili dram

🇲🇽 drama musical

Word origin

The term 'musical drama' originated in the 19th century when theatrical performances started incorporating music as a central element. Over time, the genre evolved to include both stage productions and films, showcasing the emotional depth and storytelling capabilities of music. Musical dramas have become a popular form of entertainment, appealing to audiences with their combination of music, acting, and dance.