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Elements and Techniques of Drama

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    Drama
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  • Movable objects that actors use during a performance
    Props
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  • The buildup of conflict or anticipation that drives the drama forward
    Tension
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  • How actors use their bodies (gestures, posture, expression, etc.) to convey meaning
    Movement
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  • The stage design elements that represent the location of a scene
    Set
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  • The main character in a play
    Protagonist
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  • A character or force that opposes the protagonist
    Antagonist
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  • The people or animals who take part in the drama
    Characters
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  • A long speech delivered by one character, often alone on stage or to other characters who do not respond immediately
    Monologue
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  • Spontaneously creating a scene or action on the spot
    Improvisation
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  • The process of planning and recording the actors' movements and actions on stage
    Blocking
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  • The combination of various sounds used to create atmosphere or suggest a specific location
    Soundscape
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  • A moment within a performance that shows events from the past
    Flashback
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  • The character or identity taken on by an actor
    Role
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  • The personality or role represented in a play or performance
    Character
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  • The set of circumstances at a given moment in the drama
    Situation
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  • The suspense or sense of anticipation that drives the drama forward
    Tension
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