PREV: elements of drama Flashcards
character
has defined personal traits and/or journey
role
represents a concept, persona, stereotype, or dominant trait that lacks depth or a backstory
relationships
refers to the qualities of a connection such as character/character and
actor/audience
situation
the circumstances in which a character/role is presented
vocal techniques
articulation, accent, emphasis, inflection, pace, pitch, pause, projection, tone, silence
movement techniques
energy, facial expressions, gait, gesture, posture, proxemics, stillness, pace, weight
focus
where attention is directed
tension
sense of anticipation or conflict which drives the drama (mystery, relationship, task, surprise)
space
the place where dramatic action is situated, whether it be physical, fictional or emotional
time
the fictional time in the narrative or the setting; timing of one moment to the next, such as
linear and non-linear
language
use of spoken or written words that communicate ideas, feelings and contexts
symbol
association/s made when something is used to represent something else to reinforce or
extend dramatic meaning
mood
emotional state intended by the text, director and/or other members of the creative
team
atmosphere
the impact of a drama performance felt by an audience
