minstrelsy
- noun
- /ˈmɪnstrəlzi/
- Archaic
:
arte de los juglares
- Worden's efforts to capture the distinct idioms of black folk expression, which Hurston had achieved in Mules and Men, sound unsettlingly like a dialect of minstrelsy.
- blackface minstrelsy
Examples
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Though the poem is about minstrelsy, Mayhew interprets it as a reference to the masking of stagecraft.
Academic text (2016) -
In her book, she explores the evolution of minstrelsy and its impact on modern musical theater.
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They're doing Jewish minstrelsy for Transparent.
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The element of kitsch and the minstrelsy that permeates throughout the show is both a statement and a gift.
Blog text (9) -
Dunlap's History of the American Theatre, for its part, remains silent on minstrelsy and comments on blackface roles only a few times.
Academic text (2016) -
The local theater showcased a production that celebrated the art of minstrelsy, featuring traditional songs and performances.
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Many historians study the influence of minstrelsy on American music and entertainment culture.
Synonyms
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8.4
The writing and singing of songs that tell a story
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3.2
A style of music where people perform traditional songs from a community
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Etymology
Minstrelsy comes from minstrel, which originally meant a 'servant' who sang, told stories, and played music for people. That's why minstrelsy now means the art, songs, and works of those performers.