Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
A combination of tones that creates tension or a lack of harmony, often used for dramatic effect.
A comedic character trait marked by flightiness or absentmindedness, often used in satire or light-hearted plays.
Docudrama is a genre that blends factual events or real-life interviews with dramatic storytelling techniques. It seeks to present truth through a theatrical or cinematic lens, combining authentic dialogue or situations with interpretive performance. The goal is to engage audiences emotionally while maintaining a foundation in reality and historical accuracy.
A genre that dramatizes real-life events using interviews, transcripts, and factual materials.
To take off, especially clothing or hats; used in older theatrical texts to indicate respect or transition.
Asserting opinions rigidly; often used to describe characters with inflexible worldviews.
A vocal music style with tight harmonies that appears in musical theatre portraying 1950s and 60s American pop culture.
An archaic form of 'do,' used in English Renaissance plays.
An archaic form of 'does,' commonly seen in Shakespearean and other Renaissance-era texts.
Phrases with dual meanings, often one risqué, used in scripts to add humor or subtext without overt expression.
The part of the stage closest to the audience.
A dull or faded costume color used to reflect low status or mood.