Articles about ‘Entertaiment’

Entertaiment is defined as an agreeable or diverting occupation for the mind; diversion; amusement: The daily crossword puzzle is an entertainment for many people. It may also refer to a purely ceremonial or religious festival, an elaborate banquet or other social event, a theatrical or musical performance, or a political or satirical satire. It has become a highly developed activity and can be provided at any scale, from a simple choice of private entertainment to the organisation of a global spectacle. It is often abbreviated to entmt on fliers or in industry news publications, especially when space is limited.

Bates and Ferri (2010) suggest that entertainment is an objectively understood activity, that involves communication between text and audience, comes from external stimulus, offers pleasure, and occurs in a passive form. It is also a central element of children’s play.