semester two revision

Question 1

what are the dramatic elements

Answer 1

climax, conflict, contrast, mood, rhythm, sound, space and tension

Question 2

what different convensions are there

Answer 2

transformation of character, time, place,
application of symbol
(caricature, exaggerated movements, use of language, pathos, satire, song, stillness and silence, fact)

Question 3

what are the performance skills

Answer 3

focus, timing, energy, actor-audience relationships

Question 4

what is eclectic theatre

Answer 4

Eclectic theatre is a term used to describe a theatre style that incorporates many different theatre styles. It juxtaposes a number of performance styles to make dramatic statements and theatre that is innovative, transformational and creative.

Question 5

what are the different play making techniques

Answer 5

researching, brainstorming, improvising, scripting, editing, rehearsing and refining

Question 6

what are the different expressive skills and give examples

Answer 6

• Voice, for example diction, pitch, pace, tone, resonance, muscularity and vocal sounds.
• Movement, for example gait, posture and stance.
• Gesture, for example using the body or body parts, usually the hands, to create symbols and meaning.
• Facial expression, for example manipulating facial expressions to communicate emotions, reactions and meaning.