A musical medley is a combination of different songs or pieces of music, often performed together as one piece. A pasticcio is an Italian form of musical medley, usually composed of excerpts from different operas. A REVUE is a type of musical theatre production featuring a series of short sketches, songs, and dances. An OLIO is a variety show featuring a variety of acts, such as music, comedy, and dance. Finally, a POTPOURRI is a French term for a musical medley, usually consisting of popular songs or folk tunes.