the·at·rics

[thee-a-triks]
noun
1.
( used with a singular verb ) the art of staging plays and other stage performances.
2.
( used with a plural verb ) exaggerated, artificial, or histrionic mannerisms, actions, or words.

Origin:
1800–10; theatr(ic) + -ics

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theatrics (θɪˈætrɪks) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  the art of staging plays
2.  exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions

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Theatrics is always a great word to know.
So is ort. Does it mean:
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
Example sentences
Expect lots of audience participation and some on-stage theatrics to boot.
Others have tried to duplicate the approach, but over the long haul, theatrics
  don't matter unless you deliver.
Rocket mail, which has a whiff of theatrics to it, still exists and still has
  advocates around the world.
Then again, this is to be expected from an organization that specializes in
  theatrics.
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