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Plural
revivals
1
the act of bringing something back into active use, attention, or importance after a period of decline or obscurity
- The renovation project sparked a revival of interest in the historic building.
- The community's efforts led to a cultural revival in traditional arts and crafts.
- The company's new marketing strategy resulted in a revival of its brand visibility.
- The town experienced a revival of economic growth after infrastructure improvements.
- The festival's success contributed to a revival of tourism in the region.
2
an evangelistic meeting intended to reawaken interest in religion
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3
a new performance of something old that has not been performed for a long time, such as a play
A revival is a new production or performance of an old play, musical, or other artistic work that has not been presented for a significant period of time. The aim of a revival is to reintroduce the work to audiences, often with updated interpretations or modern touches while preserving its original essence. This can involve bringing back classic theatrical productions, re-staging historical performances, or performing older works that have fallen out of the spotlight. Revivals offer a chance to revisit and celebrate significant works from the past and can introduce them to new audiences.
- Critics praised the production's authenticity in the revival of the ancient Greek tragedy "Medea."
- The theater company decided to stage a revival of the Broadway hit "Chicago" due to popular demand.
- Attendees eagerly awaited the premiere of the revival of the 1920s comedy "The Importance of Being Earnest."
- The actor landed a lead role in the revival of the cult classic "Little Shop of Horrors."
- The audience marveled at the elaborate set design during the revival of the opera "Carmen."