Vaudevillians

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A performer in a theatrical variety show who entertains through music, dance, and comedic skits; an artist involved in a traditional form of entertainment featuring multiple acts; a member of a historical entertainment genre that includes acts such as juggling, magic, and satire
2. An individual contributing to a variety show format known for its diverse performances including humor, song, and dance; a talent associated with a classic style of entertainment that showcases an array of acts; someone identified with a performance tradition rich in visual and auditory spectacle
3. A participant in a multifaceted entertainment performance combining music, comedy, and various acts; an entertainer belonging to a genre known for its diverse and engaging theatrical presentations; a performer associated with the art of variety showcasing numerous forms of entertainment

Etymology: "Vaudevillians" is the plural of "vaudevillian," a noun for a variety show performer. That base word combines "vaudeville," borrowed from French, with the English suffix "-ian," which forms nouns for people associated with something.

Synonyms: performers, entertainers, comedians, artists, actors