Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
A vocal technique used to reflect a character’s personality, age, or background, differing from the actor’s natural voice.
The development of a character’s personality through performance or writing.
A lively 1920s dance, featured in period musicals to convey the cultural exuberance of the Jazz Age.
A vocal register that resonates in the chest cavity, producing a fuller and lower sound, commonly used in speaking and belting.
The art of designing and arranging movement sequences for theatrical dance and physical storytelling.
A symbol placed at the beginning of a staff to indicate pitch of the notes; vital for vocal and instrumental music in theatre.
An audition technique where actors read a script with little to no rehearsal, showcasing improvisational and interpretive skills.
In dance or musical theatre, a sequence of choreographed steps taught and performed as a unit.
The core of performance, involving verbal and nonverbal methods actors use to convey character, intention, and emotion.
The actor’s ability to maintain focus and remain immersed in the world of the play, essential for truthful performance.
A school offering intensive training in the performing arts, often awarding degrees in acting, music, or dance.
An actor’s ability to sustain character traits, movement, and voice choices throughout a performance or production run.