Synonyms for

Theaters

Verb / ˈθi:ʌtɜ:z / Another word for theaters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A building or outdoor area in which plays and other dramatic performances are given.

Synonyms & similar words

theater dramatics theatre fieldofoperations dramaticart theaterofoperations house theatreofoperations dramaturgy field cinemas playhouses auditoriums amphitheaters arena stadium coliseum dome ballroom club hall venue place scene locale spot

Synonyms by register

Formal

playhouses auditoriums performance venues cinemas

Informal

picture houses movie houses theatrics shows

Literary

stages arenas spectacles

Antonyms

private homes personal spaces individual rooms secluded areas

Common collocations

  • movie theaters
  • live theater
  • theater productions
  • theater district
  • theater company
  • theater tickets
  • theater arts
  • theater critic

Word family

noun theater
verb theatricalize
adjective theatrical
adverb theatrically

Usage note

The spelling 'theatre' is more common in British English, while 'theater' is preferred in American English. Both refer to places where performances or films are shown.

Example sentences

  1. I am excited to go to the theaters tonight to watch the new movie.
  2. Theaters are usually dark and cool inside.
  3. We saw a great performance at the Shakespeare theater.
  4. I want to go to the theaters that serve food and drinks.
  5. Theaters are closed due to the pandemic.

Quotes

  • The theater is so endlessly fascinating because it's so accidental. It's so much like life.
  • The theater is a blank page on which a director can write anything he or she chooses.
  • The theater is a spiritual and social X-ray of its time.

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