A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy, such as ancestral statues; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from.
The canopy over an altar, etc.
A bench, a settle, a pew.
A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue
Theatrical plays in general
Such a work for television, radio or the cinema (usually one that is not a comedy)
A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play
Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life or online events; melodrama; an angry dispute or scene; a situation made more complicated or worse than it should be; intrigue or spiteful interpersonal maneuvering.