Elements of Playwriting and Drama

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What are Acts and Scenes?

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Acts and Scenes are like the chapters of a book. They divide up the play into different parts, and the setting usually changes with a new act or scene.

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Who is the Narrator?

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The Narrator is a person who tells the story and informs the audience or reader of the background information. This person is not a character in the story.

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What is a Playwright?

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A Playwright is the person who writes the play, or the 'author' of the play.

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What is the Setting of a play?

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The Setting is where the play takes place. It usually changes with a new act or scene.

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What are Stage Directions?

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Stage Directions tell the actor what to do or how to say a line. They can also give information about the setting of the play and are usually written in brackets.

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What is Dialogue in a play?

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Dialogue is the spoken conversation between characters in a play.

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What is the Cast of Characters?

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The Cast of Characters is a list of all the characters in the play, often found at the beginning.

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What is a Script?

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A Script is the written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

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What is a Monologue?

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A Monologue is a long speech by one character in a play, often expressing their thoughts or feelings.

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What is a Scene Change?

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A Scene Change is when the setting of the play changes, often marked by a change in lighting or scenery.