Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
Ireland’s national theatre, known for launching Irish drama and promoting national identity through performance.
A Ghanaian national theatre company that promotes African storytelling and performance traditions.
Refers to Indigenous peoples, especially in Australia; their traditions are honored in contemporary World Theatre.
France’s official language authority, sometimes referenced in plays about French culture or censorship.
The capital of Ghana, referenced in African theatre as a center for cultural heritage and performance.
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a medical condition caused by the HIV virus that weakens the immune system. It has had a profound impact on the performing arts community, particularly in the late 20th century, as many artists and organizations have addressed its social and personal effects through theatre.
An ethnic group from West Africa whose storytelling and performance traditions influence Ghanaian theatre.
A Yoruba traveling theatre troupe known for combining music, dance, and satire in open-air performances.
A Ghanaian theatrical form based on the folktales of Anansi the spider, blending oral storytelling and performance.
A trickster spider character from West African folklore who appears in theatrical storytelling and educational plays.
An ancestor is a person from whom one is descended. In theatre, the term may appear in plays dealing with family heritage, legacy, or traditional beliefs, especially in cultural or historical works.
A cultural region in the eastern U.S. known for its folklore and music, often represented in theatre to convey authenticity and resilience.