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A continuous sequence of theatrical performances; a continuous period of being put on stage. Later: a continuous period of presenting any…
A continuous sequence of theatrical performances extending over a long period of time; a long continuous period of being put on stage. Later: a long…
Theatre. A short period of being represented on the stage. Also attributive.