Abandoned Theater, United States

• Drama
Drama (literally translated as action, from a verbal root meaning "To do") is the branch of theatre in which speech, either from written text (plays), or improvised is paramount. A companion word dran, also Greek, means to do. Classical forms of drama, including Greek and Roman drama, classic English drama, notably works of William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe, and French drama, for instance works of Molière, are still performed today.
• Musical theatre
Music and theatre have always had a close relationship since ancient times. Musical theatre is a form of theatre combining music, spoken dialogue and dance. Modern musical theatre emerged from the comic opera (especially Gilbert and Sullivan), variety, vaudeville, and music hall genres of the late 19th and early 20th century. Musical theatre may include spectacle as well. For instance, contemporary Broadway and West End musicals often include lavish costumes and sets supported by multi-million dollar budgets.