Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
A performance technique where an actor speaks directly to the audience, breaking the fourth wall for dramatic or comedic effect.
The artistic leadership provided by a theatre director to shape a production's interpretation, staging, pacing, and performances.
The creative leader of a theatrical production, responsible for interpreting the script and guiding the cast and crew.
A rhythmic genre popular in the 1970s, often used in musical theatre to evoke era, culture, and high-energy scenes.
A genre focused on social or philosophical dialogue rather than action, intended to stimulate critical thinking.
To conceal one's true motives or feelings, a frequent tactic in English Renaissance drama.
A combination of tones that creates tension or a lack of harmony, often used for dramatic effect.
A comedic character trait marked by flightiness or absentmindedness, often used in satire or light-hearted plays.
Docudrama is a genre that blends factual events or real-life interviews with dramatic storytelling techniques. It seeks to present truth through a theatrical or cinematic lens, combining authentic dialogue or situations with interpretive performance. The goal is to engage audiences emotionally while maintaining a foundation in reality and historical accuracy.
A genre that dramatizes real-life events using interviews, transcripts, and factual materials.
To take off, especially clothing or hats; used in older theatrical texts to indicate respect or transition.
Asserting opinions rigidly; often used to describe characters with inflexible worldviews.