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Show business is a vernacular term for the business of entertainment. It tends to refer to the agents, managers, production and distribution companies that are in the business of entertainment; it can also include the artists and performers involved. It applies to all aspects of live 'shows', from cinema to television to theater to music.
Example Usage of Showbusiness
rcates2: West End pays tribute to Stephen Gately|Celebrities from the world of Showbusiness including his Boyzone .. http://oohja.com/x3cug
MyNameisRazzle: Watchin some old Marlon Brando interviews.... he knew what was up with Showbusiness....such a bad ass.
lisajohnsonmua: RT @pennjillette I got to sit in a room and watch Martin Mull paint. Talking to Martin Mull about art makes me proud to be in Showbusiness
