| allusive |
abounding in or characterized by indirect references to culture, history, or other works of art, which are to be recognized or understood by the audience. |
| dais |
a raised platform for speakers or the seating of special guests. |
| foray |
a quick raid or sudden advance, usually military and often to take forage or plunder. |
| inane |
devoid of meaning or substance; nonsensical. |
| ingénue |
an inexperienced or artless girl or the role of a such a girl in a dramatic presentation. |
| mandatory |
ordered; required; obligatory. |
| oratory1 |
the art of public speaking. |
| overture |
an opening move to begin something. |
| promenade |
a leisurely walk, especially in a public place. |
| pronouncement |
a formal or official declaration. |
| ramshackle |
poorly constructed or in disrepair; rickety. |
| repertoire |
the stock or list of artistic pieces, such as dramatic or operatic roles, that a player or company of players is prepared to perform. |
| sally |
a sudden forward attack or rush from a defensive position by a military force. |
| soporific |
causing sleep or sleepiness. |
| sundry |
of various kinds; miscellaneous. |