Drama Terminology

Drama Terminology

1. Movement

   • Mime, Body Language, Facial exp, Gesture, Naturalistic, Stylised, Posture, Balance, Speed, Timing, Positioning, Mannerisms, Stance, Rythm, Speed

2. Voice

   • Accent, Pace, Volume, Clarity, Emphasis, Pitch, Pause, Articulation, Fluency, Intonation, Register

3. Genre

   • Comedy, Tragedy, Crime Drama, Docudrama, Melodrama, Farce, Tragicomedy, Satire

4. Characterisation

   • Character Cards, Improvisation, Role Play, Hot Seating, Voices in the Head, Writing in Role, Thought Tracking

5. Structure

   • Linear, Non-linear

6. Style

   • Naturalistic, Non-naturalistic

7. Form

   • Play, Dance drama, Mime, Monologue, Movement, Musical, Pantomime

8. Production

   • Set Design, Sound, Lighting, Costume, Makeup, Props