Elements of Drama

Construction on the stage that shows time/place. Could be called Scenery.

Where a play takes place.

A conversation between two or more characters.

A long speech that reveals a character’s true thoughts or feelings, unheard by other characters, usually while alone on stage.

An event occurs that directly contradicts the expectations of the characters, the reader, or the audience.

A contradiction between what a character thinks and what the reader/audience knows to be true.

Words used to suggest the opposite of what is meant.

What is used to suggest an upcoming outcome to the story?

A character that shows qualities that are in contrast with the qualities of another character with the objective to highlight the traits of the other character.

A lengthy speech that one character addresses to others on stage.