Drama Glossary
Key theatre terms and definitions including related shows.
The right of succession that passes to the eldest son in a family line, which determines the inheritance of estates and royal or noble titles.
The lead male character, usually played by a female. Traditionally falls in love with the Principal Girl.
The lead female character. Usually portrayed as sweet, virtuous, and beautiful, and normally falls in love with the Principal Boy.
Please, I ask of you
A drama with a controversial, deeply psychological plot, which includes elements of both comedy and tragedy.
Meetings with the creative team (director and designers) to discuss design elements, technical requirements, and scheduling.
The group of artists that makes decisions for the productions of a theatre company, and usually includes the artistic director, producer, show directors, technical director, and stage managers.
A derogatory term for someone who makes a profit through unethical or illegal means.
The crew person who operates the lighting console. They input cues from the lighting designer, conduct preshow checks, and run the cues during the show.
Favoring change or reform as opposed to keeping things as they are.
The action of forbidding something, especially by law. Specifically, the prevention by law of the manufacture and sale of alcohol in the US between 1920 and 1933.