Suggestive of the theatre; = theatrical, adj. 3.

Of the nature of a spectacle or show; striking or imposing as a display. Also figurative.

Having the style of dramatic performance; extravagantly or irrelevantly histrionic; ‘stagy’; calculated for display, showy, spectacular.

Characteristic of, or appropriate to, the drama; often connoting animated action or striking presentation, as in a play; theatrical.

= sensational, adj. (in various senses).

figurative. = pyrotechnic, adj. 1b.

General attributive, as in grandstand roof, grandstand seating, etc.

figurative and in figurative contexts. Of wit, knowledge, artistic skill or style, etc.: reminiscent of a firework display; brilliant, sparkling…

Esp. with reference to popular literature or journalism: provoking or intended to provoke a strong emotional response, often at the expense of…

Of or characterized by razzle-dazzle; dazzling; spectacular; glamorous; (also) deceptive.

Characterized by a high speed or tempo; fast, quick.

Characterized by glitter or extravagant show; ostentatious, glamorous; hence, tawdry, gaudy; glitteringly spectacular, but in poor taste. Cf. glitt…