musical comedy

noun
musical ( def 5 ).
Origin:
1755–65

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musical comedy
 
—n
1.  a play or film, usually having a light romantic story, that consists of dialogue interspersed with singing and dancing
2.  such plays and films collectively

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musical comedy definition


A play or film that highlights song and dance. Oklahoma!, My Fair Lady, A Chorus Line, and The Producers are well-known musical comedies.

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Example sentences
He starred in major minstrels, vaudeville, and musical comedy.
Grease has always been, in essence, a high school talent show dressed up as a
  musical comedy.
Enjoy a variety of entertainment from traditional folk music to musical comedy
  and storytelling.
To support the development, production, and national tour of an original
  musical comedy.
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