Tanztheater

dance theatre

noun TANTS-tay-a-ter Rare

Usage Note

Tanztheater is a hybrid performance form fusing dance and theatrical acting, strongly associated with the German choreographer Pina Bausch. It differs from classical Ballett by emphasising narrative and emotional expression over pure technique.

Examples

"Das Tanztheater des Abends thematisierte Einsamkeit in der Großstadt."

Natural Translation

The dance theatre piece of the evening addressed loneliness in the city.

Literal Translation

The dance theatre of the evening dealt-with loneliness in the big city.

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