A standing ovation is a form of applause where members of a seated audience stand up while applauding after extraordinary performances of particularly high acclaim. In Ancient Rome returning military commanders whose victories did not quite meet the requirements of a triumph but which were still praiseworthy were celebrated with an ovation instead, from the Latin ovo, "I rejoice". The word's use in English to refer to sustained applause dates from at least 1831. Standing ovations are considered to be a special honor. Often it is used at the entrance or departure of a speaker or performer, where the audience members will continue the ovation until the ovated person leaves or begins their speech. Some audience members worldwide have observed that the standing ovation has come to be devalued, such as in the field of politics, in which on some occasions standing ovations may be given to political leaders as a matter of course, rather than as a special honour in unusual circumstances.
About Standing Ovation
A group of friends, called the 'Five Ovations' sing and dance in a tween music video contest in the hopes of winning the one million-dollar prize.
Achievement of Standing Ovation
Before the premiere of the film, the cast toured the United States performing in different venues to promote the film.
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Latest information about Standing Ovation updated on July 28 2021.
