performing arts


plural noun
  1. arts or skills that require public performance, as acting, singing, or dancing.

Origin of performing arts

1
First recorded in 1945–50

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British Dictionary definitions for performing arts

performing arts

pl n
  1. the arts that are primarily performed before an audience, such as dance and drama

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