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An [[extravaganza]] can refer to a range of things, e.g. an elaborate party, a [[festival]] or an artistic fantasy. | An [[extravaganza]] can refer to a range of things, e.g. an elaborate party, a [[festival]] or an artistic fantasy. | ||
| − | In theatrical terms the reference could be to a literary | + | In theatrical terms the reference could be to a literary or musical work marked by extreme freedom of style and structure and usually by elements of burlesque or parody, or an elaborate theatrical production, such as a large circus or some musicals. |
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| − | By analogy, it was popular in the 19th century as a term to describe [[ | + | By analogy, it was popular in the 19th century as a term to describe [[travesty]] or [[burlesque]] versions of classic theatrical works as well - probably with reference to the fantastical, "over the top", style often employed in such works. |
'''See also [[Travesty]] or [[Burlesque]]''' | '''See also [[Travesty]] or [[Burlesque]]''' | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:20, 24 May 2019
An extravaganza can refer to a range of things, e.g. an elaborate party, a festival or an artistic fantasy.
In theatrical terms the reference could be to a literary or musical work marked by extreme freedom of style and structure and usually by elements of burlesque or parody, or an elaborate theatrical production, such as a large circus or some musicals.
By analogy, it was popular in the 19th century as a term to describe travesty or burlesque versions of classic theatrical works as well - probably with reference to the fantastical, "over the top", style often employed in such works.
See also Travesty or Burlesque
Sources
https://www.yourdictionary.com/extravaganza
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extravaganza
Go to ESAT Bibliography
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