Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stage-adaptation
noun
/steɪdʒ ædæpˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The process of transforming a written work, such as a novel or film, into a performance suitable for the theater.
Examples
- The stage adaptation of the popular novel was a resounding success.
- Many classic films have undergone stage adaptations for theaters.
- The director was thrilled with how the stage adaptation captured the essence of the story.
Meaning
Stage adaptation involves modifying the original content to fit the structure, format, and audience expectations of live theater, often focusing on dialogue, staging, and pacing.
Synonyms
- theatrical adaptation
- play adaptation
- dramatization
