The method in which an author constructs a character by explicitly stating aspects of his/her personality and appearance or by revealing aspects of a character through their actions, thoughts, speech, other characters, etc.
Characterization
Literary works written in a stage play format which includes dialogue and stage directions that is intended to be performed.
Drama
Spoken lines by characters in a story that serve many functions such as adding context to a narrative, establishing voice and tone, or setting forth conflict.
Dialogue