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repertory

 

[ หˆrษ›pษ™rหŒtษ”ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

performance art

Repertory refers to a collection of works or pieces that a company or individual regularly performs or presents. In the context of theater, a repertory company is one that showcases a varied selection of plays within a certain period, allowing actors to alternate between different roles. This approach not only offers diverse entertainment but also enables performers to explore a range of characters and themes. The concept of repertory is essential in developing the skills of artists as they become familiar with various styles of performance. It encourages creativity and innovation within the arts.

Synonyms

collection, inventory, repertoire

Examples of usage

  • The theater has a rich repertory of classical and modern plays.
  • She is well-known in her local repertory for her dynamic performances.
  • The dancing troupe added new pieces to their repertory last season.
  • Many actors prefer working in a repertory company for the variety it offers.

Translations

Translations of the word "repertory" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น repertรณrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‚เคšเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Repertoire

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ repertoar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะตะฟะตั€ั‚ัƒะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ repertuar

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใƒ‘ใƒผใƒˆใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉpertoire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ repertorio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท repertuvar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ ˆํผํ† ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูŠุจูŠุฑุชูˆุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ repertoรกr

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ repertoรกr

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ฒ็›ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ repertoar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ repertoar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะตะฟะตั€ั‚ัƒะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒขแƒฃแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ repertuar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ repertorio

Etymology

The word 'repertory' originates from the Latin term 'repertorium,' which meant a place of storage for records or a collection of items. This Latin term itself is derived from 'repertus,' the past participle of 'reperire,' meaning 'to find' or 'to discover.' In the context of performing arts, 'repertory' began to emerge in the late 19th century, as theater companies shifted from performing a single play to showcasing a variety of plays over a season. This allowed actors to develop their craft and for audiences to experience a range of different works. The concept has since expanded to include not only theatre but also music and dance, where ensembles and troupes maintain a selection of pieces they can present, reflecting both tradition and innovation in performance.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,320, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.