Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
A Korean double-reed woodwind instrument used in traditional court and theatrical music.
The perceived frequency of a sound, fundamental to singing, speech clarity, and musical harmony in performance.
Raised surfaces on stage used to create varied levels for actors and scenery. Platforms enhance visual dynamics and are integral to stage design.
A dramatic work that includes incidental music or songs, but is not classified as a full musical. Music supports mood and storytelling without dominating the narrative.
A device in which characters perform a secondary play, often revealing truths or creating meta-theatrical commentary.
A collaborative process where a script is created through improvisation, interviews, or devising among a group of artists.
An archaic or literary term for an actor, especially in historical or classical contexts such as Shakespearean theatre.
The area onstage where actors perform, which can be defined by lighting, set, or blocking. Effective use of playing space shapes audience focus and narrative flow.
An officially appointed poet recognized for their literary contributions, sometimes involved in writing for state ceremonies.
The executive committee of communist parties, dramatized in theatre to explore authoritarianism and ideological control.
A musical texture where multiple independent melodies are played simultaneously, enriching the harmonic landscape.
The simultaneous use of two or more conflicting rhythms, often found in world music and modern theatrical scores.