theatre
UK: ˈθɪətə | US: ˈθiːətər
n. a building or outdoor area where plays and other dramatic performances are staged
n. the activity or profession of acting in, producing, or directing plays
n. a region or area of activity (e.g., "the Pacific theatre of war")
The word "theatre" traces back to Greek theatron, meaning "a place for viewing." It evolved through Latin theatrum and Old French theatre, retaining its core idea of a space for spectacles. The Greek root thea (to see) also appears in "theory" (mental viewing) and "theology" (study of divine observation). The suffix -re reflects Latin and French influences, solidifying its modern spelling.
The Globe Theatre premiered many of Shakespeare’s plays.
She studied theatre at university and became a director.
The hospital operates in the theatre of emergency medicine daily.
Ancient Greek theatres were designed with remarkable acoustics.
The political scandal unfolded like a drama on the public theatre.