Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
Using the same letter or sound at the beginning of closely connected words ("the sly snake slithers slowly")
A reference, usually implied, to a literary or historical person, place, event, or idea.
Traveling troupes of masked performers.
A second self or different version of oneself.
Changes made to a costume, based on size, style, or function.
The lowest female vocal type, generally F3-F5.
A person who is inexperienced.
Something that is unclear and open to multiple interpretations
The belief that equality and opportunity is available to any American.
The revolt of the American colonies against Great Britain, beginning in 1775 with the Battles of Lexington and Concord and ending at Yorktown in 1781.
The process of examining the pieces of the text/music in order to better understand it.
A literary dramatic form developed by Efua Sutherland.