Drama Fundamentals

The ________ is the underlying message or main idea of a dramatic piece.

• theme

• issue

• script

• genre

_______ are the topics or subjects that the play or scene addresses.

• Issues

• Themes

• Scripts

• Genres

A _______ is an object or idea that represents something else to reinforce or extend dramatic meaning.

• symbol

• focus

• character

• tension

In drama, ________ is used expressively to create roles, situations, relationships, atmosphere and symbols.

• voice

• tension

• situation

• mood

​ ______ is the overall storyline of the drama, ______ is a major division within the plot that separates different parts of the story, and ______ is a smaller division within an act that represents a specific moment in the story.

________ and special effects are important elements of a theatrical production that help to create the physical environment and atmosphere of a play. They contribute to the overall experience of the audience and help to bring the world of the play to life.

• Set design

• Dialogue

• Script

• Context

Understanding the ________ background and the time in which the play was written or set is crucial. It helps analyze the societal norms, cultural values, and political climate that might have influenced the playwright and the play's themes, characters, and messages.

• historical

• cultural

• social

• literary

Evaluating acting performances in a play involves assessing various elements, such as characterization, emotional expression, physicality, ______ skills, and overall stage presence.

• vocal

• problem-solving

• cognitive

• critical-thinking

By considering _________ factors, one can evaluate a play more comprehensively, recognizing the interplay between the playwright's intentions, the historical and cultural backdrop, and the subsequent interpretations and performances.

• contextual

• internal

• environmental

• human

________ help(s) to create a visual identity for the characters and the play.

• Costumes

• Lighting

• Music

• Movement