recreation; game; activity played according to rules for entertainment

drama; play; theater; the art of performance involving actors, music, and dance

The art or occupation of performing in plays or films.

circus; circus troupe performing acrobatics, animal acts, and magic

a cheap trick, ploy, or deceptive tactic used to mislead someone

a great play or wonderful performance; a show that is high in artistic or intellectual quality

to shoot a movie or television drama

colloquial expression meaning there is no hope or no chance of success; no way

traditional Chinese stage performance art; a general term for various regional opera styles that combine music, dance, literature, and martial arts

To tease, harass, or take liberties with someone (usually a woman) through flirtatious, improper, or insulting words and behavior

The quality of being dramatic; used to describe events with sharp conflicts, sudden twists, or unexpected developments like those in a play

A large-scale dramatic production, such as a major play, movie, or TV series, characterized by a complex plot and a full cast of characters.

video game console; electronic gaming machine; short for [[电子游戏机|電子遊戲機|dian4 zi3 you2 xi4 ji1]]

A place where movies are screened or stage performances like plays, operas, and dances are held.

an opera or role that requires a high degree of singing and acting technique

to play tricks on, tease, or deride someone for amusement; to make a fool of others

video games; electronic games played using electronic devices

to play; to romp; to have fun in a lighthearted or energetic way

To give someone or something a playful or jocular nickname

To watch a theatrical performance or drama.

A magic trick or conjuring act, especially one from traditional Chinese performance arts; also refers to magic in general.

having a good chance of success; hopeful; likely to turn out well

children’s games or play

circus; circus performance; originally referring to trick horse-riding, it now describes performances featuring a variety of trained animals and acrobats

to perform or sing in a traditional Chinese opera

(of an actor) to disengage from a role or performance, either unintentionally by losing focus or intentionally after a performance ends

the theatrical role one performs best; by extension, one's specialty, forte, or a masterpiece that one is particularly good at

stage or platform for performances such as opera, drama, or dance

An old or familiar trick; a well-known stunt or ruse that is no longer effective because it is outdated.

to banter; to crack jokes; to ridicule; to tease in a playful or humorous way

a monodrama or play with only one character; a solo comic performance

A person who is extremely fond of watching or performing in plays and operas

To perform conjuring tricks or magic, specifically traditional Chinese magic; to juggle.

a theatrical program or list of plays to be performed; a theatrical piece

joking matter; witticisms or words spoken casually without being serious

(derogatory) an old term for a professional opera singer or stage performer

A form of local Chinese opera originating in Huangmei, Hubei, and popular in Anhui, Jiangxi, and Hubei provinces; characterized by its lively tunes and folk origins. Also known as [[黄梅调|黃梅調|huang2 mei2 diao4]]

To make or become dramatic or theatrical; (of a situation) to become full of unexpected twists and suspense like a play

Drama or theater with a contemporary theme, specifically reflecting life since the May Fourth Movement

A play or opera where the actors wear traditional or ancient Chinese clothing.

sinister plot; underhand trick; cheap trick designed to harm or deceive others

To perform in a drama or traditional opera; to put on a stage performance.

A traditional folk drama where characters made from animal hide or cardboard are controlled behind a backlit screen while performers sing and speak to musical accompaniment

ticket for a play, opera, or theater performance

to make fun of someone or play a trick on them for amusement

Theatrical clothing, footwear, and headwear worn by actors during a performance.

A type of theater where actors behind a curtain control puppets to perform stories

The range or types of roles an actor is capable of playing; an actor's repertoire.

To set up and perform wherever a suitable place is found, traditionally describing the practice of itinerant entertainers.