Drama Terms

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Movement of the actor on stage

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Staging: The arrangement and movement of actors on the stage to convey the story.

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What are major divisions in a play called?

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Act(s): The main sections of a play, typically containing multiple scenes.

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Series of events in a story

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Plot: The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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People in the play

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Characters: The individuals who take part in the action of a play.

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Construction that depicts the setting

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Set: The physical environment where the action of the play takes place.

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A speech by one character alone on stage

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Monologue: A long speech delivered by a single character, often revealing their thoughts.

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A conversation between two or more characters

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Dialogue: The spoken exchanges between characters in a play.

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A brief remark made by a character that is not heard by other characters

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Aside: A comment made by a character that is intended for the audience but not heard by other characters.

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A dramatic work that often ends in disaster for the main character

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Tragedy: A genre of drama that deals with serious themes and often ends in sorrow.

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The time and place in which a story occurs

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Setting: The environment in which the story takes place, including time and location.