thespians

noun
UK /ˈθes.pi.ənz/
US /ˈθes.pi.ənz/

People who act in plays and shows.

The thespians practiced their lines before the big show.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A fancy word for actors in general.

The town's thespians put on a summer play.

3. Members of a drama club or acting group.

The school thespians met after class to rehearse.

4. People who love and perform in the theater.

The thespians cheered when the curtain rose.