What is another word for tableau vivant?
Pronunciation: [tˈablə͡ʊ vˈɪvənt] (IPA) 
Tableau vivant refers to a theatrical technique in which actors pose as living statues or objects, often with elaborate costumes and scenery. Synonyms for tableau vivant include living pictures, living statues, frozen drama, and still life performance. Other similar terms include posed theater, staged tableaux, and statuesque plays. This style of performance was popular in the 19th century and saw a resurgence in the 20th century with the rise of avant-garde and experimental theater. Tableau vivant remains a popular element in contemporary theater, dance, and performance art, often used to create striking visual images and explore themes of time, memory, and motion.
