Defining Drama

ordered sequence of events that makes up the play

the character that has a downfall or dies

the conversation and speech of the characters

portray characters on stage

a story performed by actors

a play that reflects the author’s opinion on a political theme or issue

a remark delivered by a character to express private thoughts while other characters are on

the people who participate in the action of the play and are portrayed on stage

a play that is based on the events of the past

transition from one scene or act to another

a play that features ordinary language, realistic characters, and controversial issues

a mistake or unwise decision or weakness

large units of the plays

a play that show the downfall or death of a main character

a speech when a character is alone onstage reveals private thoughts and feelings to audience

literary devices that break the illusion of reality

smaller units within the acts

a play that has a happy ending

notes included in the play to describe the sets, costume, scenery, sound effects, and props

a play that combines tragic and comic elements

a play that features stereotyped characters and exaggerated conflicts