Play Reading (Noun)
Meaning
Performance of a play by a group of readers.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The local theater group presented a play reading of a new script by an emerging playwright to gauge audience reaction.
- The students' play reading of "Romeo and Juliet" helped them to better understand the Shakespearean dialogue and characters.
- The community center hosted a play reading of a classic holiday tale, with participants ranging in age from 8 to 80.
- As part of the play reading, the actors took turns playing different roles to see which version worked best.
- The playwright was thrilled to hear her work come alive during the play reading, and she took note of the audience's reactions and suggestions.