Drama Glossary 3

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Neutral position

Back

A posture that does not communicate any information—generally stood with feet hip-width apart, arms down by your side.

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Non-naturalistic

Back

Drama that is presented in a way that is not dependent on life-like representation of everyday life.

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Posture

Back

The way in which an actor stands to communicate age, fitness, attitude, or relationship to other people.

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Projection design

Back

The design and creation of video that is projected onto parts of the set during a stage performance.

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Protagonist

Back

The main character (often the hero) of a play or story.

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Rehearse

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To practise a scene or section of a play to improve it.

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Set

Back

The area, layout, and decoration of the stage on which the performance takes place.

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Slow motion

Back

Performing a sequence more slowly than it would appear in real life.

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Soundscape

Back

A sound or combination of sounds created as a background to enhance atmosphere or suggest location.

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Soundtrack

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Music, sound effects, or other noises that help create pace, mood, and atmosphere.