Drama Glossary

Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.

Glossary Results:

The protagonist, generally someone who is noble or royal, and is brought to a downfall by their own hubris.

Every playwright has their own voice. It is how they tell their stories, what their stories are about, and what sort of characters they create.

A story or play about a murder in which the identity of the murderer is not revealed until the end.

Wit

A natural aptitude for using words and ideas in a quick and inventive way to create humor.

The process of reading a new play out loud, receiving feedback, and making any necessary edits and revisions.