cast of characters

Thân thiện

The cast of characters takes a bow at the end of the performance.

Definition

Noun: The group of actors who perform the roles in a specific theatrical production, film, or television show. It refers to the collective performers assembled for a particular performance.

Usage

This term is used to refer to the entire ensemble of actors in a specific production. It is a standard term in theater, film, and television credits and discussions. - The term is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the group as a single unit (e.g., "The cast of characters is excellent"). - It is often synonymous with "cast," but "cast of characters" can more explicitly connect the performers to the fictional roles they portray.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "Dramatis Personae": This is a Latin term used in printed plays to list the cast of characters, often with a brief description of each role. It is a more formal or literary equivalent.
  • Before the script begins, you will find the dramatis personae listing the cast of characters.

Variants and Related Words

• Cast (noun): The most common and direct synonym, meaning the actors in a play, film, or show.
  • The cast received a standing ovation.
• Ensemble (noun): A group of performers who work together closely, often emphasizing the collaborative nature of the group rather than just the list of individuals.
  • The ensemble worked seamlessly together.

Synonyms

• Company (in a theatrical context)
• Troupe (especially for a group that performs together regularly)
• Players (an older, more formal term for actors)

Related Phrases

• Lead role/Leading role: A primary part in the cast of characters.
• Supporting role: A secondary part in the cast of characters.
• Casting call: The process of selecting the cast of characters.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the actors in a play

Từ đồng nghĩa

• cast
• dramatis personae