Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
The people who work backstage on the various technical aspects of a show during a performance.
Two revolutions in 1917, the first of which overthrew the imperial government and the second of which placed the Bolsheviks in power.
Enjoyment from the infliction of physical pain or humiliation either on another person or on oneself.
An environment in the rehearsal room or performance space that allows all participants to feel comfortable.
A sacred Balinese dance performed at religious ceremonies to repel evil spirits.
A contemporary Butoh ensemble in Europe.
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An ancient Indo-European language of India.
A form of comedy that presents ridiculous extremes in order to make a point about society or human nature.
A short tragicomedy based upon mythology. Usually boisterous and bawdy.
A state of mind in which a person defines themselves by helping others, even if help is not needed.
A style of comic opera that developed in Victorian England in the late nineteenth century. W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan were the original and most successful practitioners.