
Key words for GCSE Drama.
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exposition |
Exposition sets up the world and history of the story.
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dilemma |
A dilemma is when the characters are faced with a difficult decision.
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climax |
The climax is the point of highest tension in a story.
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resolution |
The resolution is the point at which the main problem is solved.
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transition |
A transition is the moving from one scene to the next in a play.
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emotional |
Emotional memory is a technique in which actors recall their own memories in order to add depth to their characters.
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memory |
Emotional memory is a technique in which actors recall their own memories in order to add depth to their characters.
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inner |
Inner dialogue is when the thoughts of a character are shared with the audience.
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dialogue
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Inner dialogue is when the thoughts of a character are shared with the audience.
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proscenium |
The proscenium arch frames the stage and separates it from the audience.
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arch |
The proscenium arch frames the stage and separates it from the audience.
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fourth |
When an actor breaks the fourth wall, they communicate directly with the audience.
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wall |
When an actor breaks the fourth wall, they communicate directly with the audience.
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anti-climax |
An anti-climax is the release of tension at the highest point to a disappointing result.
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