Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
Relating to a method of argument or reasoning, often applied in Epic Theatre to encourage audience critical thinking.
A form of theatre, pioneered by Brecht, designed to provoke thought and social critique through opposing ideas and arguments.
A character archetype representing absolute power, frequently featured in political or historical dramas.
Describes theatre or literature intended to teach or instruct, often conveying moral or political messages to the audience.
A character representing national interests, used in theatre to highlight negotiation, politics, and cultural tension.
A performance technique where an actor speaks directly to the audience, breaking the fourth wall for dramatic or comedic effect.
A genre focused on social or philosophical dialogue rather than action, intended to stimulate critical thinking.
A genre that dramatizes real-life events using interviews, transcripts, and factual materials.
A dramatic setting depicting a repressive future society, used to explore political and philosophical themes.
A dramatic style associated with Bertolt Brecht that encourages critical thinking rather than emotional involvement.
A plot structure made up of loosely connected scenes or stories, often used in Epic Theatre.
An authoritarian ideology explored in political theatre to critique power, oppression, and historical trauma.