répertoire

A repertoire refers to a stock or collection of plays, operas, musical compositions, or other works that a company, performer, or artist is prepared to present. This term is most commonly associated with the performing arts, particularly theater and music. A theater company's repertoire might include a selection of classic dramas, contemporary plays, and musicals, allowing them to vary their offerings throughout a season. Similarly, a symphony orchestra will have a repertoire of symphonies, concertos, and overtures that they can perform.

The concept of a repertoire extends beyond just the works themselves; it also encompasses the skills and pieces a performer has mastered. A musician's repertoire, for instance, includes all the songs and pieces they can perform from memory or with minimal preparation. This demonstrates their technical proficiency and artistic range. In acting, a repertoire of roles can define an actor's specialty or their versatility.

Maintaining and expanding a repertoire is a continuous process for artists and performing groups. It involves learning new material, rehearsing extensively, and often adapting existing works. The choice of pieces within a repertoire is strategic, aiming to appeal to audiences, showcase talent, and fulfill artistic objectives. The term can also be used more broadly to describe a collection of anything a person or group is proficient in or has readily available, such as a chef's repertoire of dishes or a programmer's repertoire of algorithms.