Entertaiment is a noun that denotes entertainment, amusement, diversion, or pleasure. It can range from private recreation such as choice of pre-recorded media to be consumed at home, through social gatherings, to public performances that may be scripted or unscripted. The experience of entertainment can vary between individuals or groups, and can be interpreted as humorous, playful, or serious in nature. The concept of entertainment has evolved and can be adapted to meet many different needs, for example, as ceremony, celebration, or religious festival.