nondramatic theatre

Nondramatic theatre is a form of theatrical presentation that does not involve the imitation of another existence or a fictional narrative. Instead, it focuses on the entertainment or excitement of the audience through the performer's actions, which can be acrobatic, musical, gestural, or vocal. Unlike dramatic theatre, there is no story being told; the emphasis is on the technical skill of the performers or the ritualistic significance of the event.12

Examples of nondramatic theatre include circus acts, vaudeville, musical performances, and sporting displays. While clowns engage in simplified dramatic activity, their performances often rely on established conventions of dress and gesture, fitting within the broader category of nondramatic entertainment. The term "nondramatic" itself simply means "not dramatic".23