What is a thespian?

Answer 1

A thespian is an actor or actress. More specifically, it generally refers to an actor in a theater play. Movie actors are simply called "actors." An actor or actress. The term is normally associated with those who work in the theatre. Marcy 1.pertaining to tragedy or to the dramatic art in general. 2.of or characteristic of Thespis. 3.of or pertaining to Thespiae. 4.(noun)a tragedian; an actor or actress It is name for an actor/actrees. An actor. The word is adopted from the 6th century Greek poet and originator of drama, Thespis. All the above answers are correct. But the essential difference in modern day usage is that it is used as a "formal" adjective for an actor (screen or theatre). This is to accord respect to an individual. E.g. a senior actor who is recognized for lifetime performance and contribution to theatre and cinema can be called a thespian.