ga·lan·ty show (g -l n t )n. A shadow play performed by casting the shadows of miniature figures on a screen or wall. [Perhaps from Italian galanti, pl. of galante, a gallant, from Old French galant; see gallant.] |
galanty show [gəˈlæntɪ]
n
(Performing Arts / Theatre) (formerly) a pantomime shadow play, esp one in miniature using figures cut from paper
[perhaps from Italian galante gallant]
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| Noun | 1. |  galanty show - a drama executed by throwing shadows on a wallshow - a social event involving a public performance or entertainment; "they wanted to see some of the shows on Broadway" |
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