barn dance vs opera

barn dance

• A type of set step routine dancing, such as square dance. 

• To take part in barn dancing. 

opera

• A theatrical work, combining drama, music, song and sometimes dance. 

• A building designed for the performance of such works; an opera house. 

• The score for such a work. 

• Any showy, melodramatic or unrealistic production resembling an opera. 

• A company dedicated to performing such works.