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| accompany |
to play or sing music as part of the performance of another. [1/3 definitions] |
| act |
a short performance by a musician, comedian, or other entertainer. [1/9 definitions] |
| arrange |
to change so as to fit a particular type of musical performance. [1/3 definitions] |
| arrangement |
a piece of music that has been changed to fit a particular type of performance. [1/5 definitions] |
| audition |
a performance that tests the ability of an actor, musician, or dancer. [1/3 definitions] |
| auditorium |
a large room or building where people gather for a performance or speech. |
| ballet |
a performance of such dance, with music, for an audience. [1/2 definitions] |
| best |
a person's finest effort, performance, or behavior. [1/6 definitions] |
| clean up one's act |
(informal) to improve one's performance or behavior. |
| concert |
a musical or dance performance before an audience; recital. |
| conduct |
to direct in a performance. [1/5 definitions] |
| coupon |
a small, printed slip of paper that gives someone a discount, admission to a performance, or a chance to win a prize. |
| director |
a person who guides the actors and directs the performance of the script for a play or movie. [1/2 definitions] |
| discipline |
training of the body or mind to bring about good performance and good behavior. [1/7 definitions] |
| dress rehearsal |
the last full rehearsal of a play or other production before performance, done in full costume. |
| encore |
a request by an audience that a performance continue. [2/3 definitions] |
| entertainer |
one who entertains by performance, such as an actress, musician, or comedian. |
| failure |
a stopping of normal performance; breakdown. [1/4 definitions] |
| interpretation |
showing the meaning of music, drama, or something similar through performance. [1/2 definitions] |
| live2 |
of radio and television programs, during performance. [1/4 definitions] |
| matinee |
a movie, play, or other performance held in the morning or afternoon. |
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