1 Increased amount of alcohol consumed because of increased tolerance; or, decrease in the effects of alcohol use without substantial increases in the amount consumed. 2  Reduced attention to personal and professional responsibilities.  Acknowledgement of side effects of medical complications from alcoholism.
Sitzprobe is a German term used in opera and musical theatre to describe a seated rehearsalâthe literal translation of Sitzprobeâwhere the singers sing with the orchestra, focusing attention on integrating the two groups. It is often the first rehearsal where the orchestra and singers rehearse together.
Dress rehearsal of The Mikado, 1885. A rehearsal is an activity in the performing arts that occurs as preparation for a performance in music, theatre, dance and related arts, such as opera, musical theatre and film production. It is undertaken as a form of practising, to ensure that all details of the subsequent performance are adequately prepared and coordinated.