DRAMA Vocabulary (Middle School)

Conversation between two characters

The art of using body movements and facial expressions to convey a story or emotion without words.

Movements of the facial muscles that convey emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, or surprise.

A type of performance that relies on bodily movements and facial looks, without spoken dialogue, to convey meaning.

The non-verbal signals expressed through physical behaviors, such as posture, gestures, and movements, that send emotion

The study of personal space and how the distance between people affects communication and emotional expression.

A spontaneous style of theatre using unrehearsed and unscripted acting scenes.

Taking on the role of a person other than yourself in an improvisation based on a given dramatic situation.

conversation between characters.

The act of looking directly into another person’s eyes, which can communicate confidence, aggression, or affection.

The study of body movement, facial expressions, and gestures as a form of non-verbal communication. 

Movements of the hands, arms, or other body parts that express meaning or emotion.

The study of touch as a form of non-verbal communication, conveying emotions like comfort, aggression, or affection.

The way one holds their body, which can indicate confidence, openness, tension, or other emotional states.

The physical manifestation of stress or anxiety, often visible through stiffened muscles or rigid posture.