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Performing Arts - Verbs Related to Performing Arts

Here you will learn some English verbs related to performing arts such as "entertain", "debut", and "improvise".

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to create a sequence of dance steps, often set to music, for a performance or production

Ex: She is choreographing a new dance routine for the upcoming performance .
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to boogie
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to dance energetically, especially to rhythm and blues or rock and roll music

Ex: Tomorrow , we will boogie at the concert like there 's no tomorrow !
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to dance
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to move the body to music in a special way

Ex: They danced around the bonfire at the camping trip.
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to disco
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to dance energetically to disco music characterized by a strong beat and synthesized sound

Ex: He often discoes with his friends when they play disco music .
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to jig
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to dance, move, or skip with quick, lively steps

Ex: The children are jigging to the catchy tune playing on the radio .
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to jive
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to dance, specifically in the style of jive dance, characterized by lively and energetic movements

Ex: Tomorrow , they will be jiving to the latest hits at the concert .
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to mosh
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to dance vigorously in a highly energetic and often chaotic manner

Ex: The fans mosh enthusiastically , fully immersed in the energy of the concert .
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to shimmy
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to dance with lively and vibrant movements, often involving swaying or shaking of the hips or shoulders in a playful or flirtatious manner

Ex: At the salsa club, couples shimmy together, swaying to the pulsating beat of the music.
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to tango
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to perform the tango dance, known for its passionate and dramatic movements

Ex: They have tangoed together for years , perfecting their dance with each performance .
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to twerk
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to dance in a sexually provocative manner by rapidly moving and thrusting one's hips and buttocks back and forth

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to shake
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to rapidly and intensely move back and forth, causing vibrations or tremors

Ex: The intense bass from the concert speakers made the entire room shake.
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to waltz
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to dance the waltz, a graceful ballroom dance characterized by smooth, gliding movements

Ex: As the music began , they took each other 's hands and waltzed into the night .
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to amuse
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to make one's time enjoyable by doing something that is interesting and does not make one bored

Ex: The animated cartoon series amused kids and adults alike .
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to debut
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to introduce something or someone to the public for the first time

Ex: The band debuted their new album on social media last night .
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to amuse someone so that they have an enjoyable time

Ex: The magician is entertaining the children with his magic tricks .
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to improvise or perform spontaneously without prior preparation or rehearsal

Ex: They are currently extemporizing ideas for the upcoming debate competition .
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to be the star performer in a concert or performance

Ex: The popular DJ headlined the nightclub event , making it an unforgettable night .
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to give a performance of something such as a play or a piece of music for entertainment

Ex: They perform a traditional dance at the festival every year .
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to do exercises or activities to get one's body, voice, or mind ready for something, like a workout or a performance

Ex: Let's warm the choir up with vocal exercises before the concert.
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to create and perform words of a play, music, etc. on impulse and without preparation, particularly because one is forced to do so

Ex: Unable to find his notes , the speaker improvised a captivating speech on the spot .
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to rave
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to attend or participate in a rave, a large, lively party or event characterized by electronic music, dancing, and a vibrant atmosphere

Ex: Tomorrow night , they will rave at the beach party , looking forward to dancing under the stars .
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