revue

[ ri-vyoo ]

noun

1. a form of theatrical entertainment in which recent events, popular fads, etc., are parodied.
2. any entertainment featuring skits, dances, and songs.

revue

/ rɪˈvjuː /

noun

1. a form of light entertainment consisting of a series of topical sketches, songs, dancing, comic turns, etc

Other Words From

• re·vuist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of revue¹

First recorded in 1870–75; from French: literally, “seen again”; review

Word History and Origins

Origin of revue¹

C20: from French; see review

Example Sentences

The Broadway world also enjoyed Jamison’s talents as she starred in the Duke Ellington revue “Sophisticated Ladies” in 1981.

From Los Angeles Times

The speaker of House was also at Trump’s New York revue, during which Trump described him as “such a nice looking guy, just that little beautiful face with the glasses.”

From Slate

A song-and-dance-style revue runs concurrently with Ghost Town Alive!, all of it lending Calico a lived-in, heavily populated feel.

From Los Angeles Times

At 21, she starred in Sillman’s musical comedy revue “New Faces of 1956” on Broadway and soon was a rising star.

From Los Angeles Times

She stood out among the cast of unknowns and, on her return to London, was offered a six month stint in the revue Share My Lettuce opposite Kenneth Williams.

From BBC

Related Words

• act
• appearance
• behavior
• concert
• dance
• display
• drama
• opera
• play
• portrayal
• presentation
• production
• show