Theatre Glossary (Mike Green)
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Characterization The process of exploring the physical, social, and psychological aspects of a role in order to create a believable character. (see Acting) |
CommunicationVerbal or nonverbal interaction between persons to share meaning. |
ConcentrationThe ability to focus and maintain attention upon an object, image, idea, action, or experiences while excluding distracting factors. |
Concept (Design)The designer's interpretation of the director's vision in scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes, and makeup. |
Concept (Directional) A vision which the director develops about the meaning and significance of a play which is then rehearsed to fulfill that vision. The test of the validity of the director's concept is the degree to which it clarifies the meaning and enhances the power of the text. |
Concept (Production)The unified, physical expression that fulfills the director's vision. |
CostumeAn actor's stage clothing. |
Creative Drama (see Drama/Theatre and Dramatic Activities) |
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DialogueWords spoken by the characters in a play to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and actions. |
DirectingThe process of guidance, bother external and internal, incorporating the development of leadership skills; the unification of a production from its basic interpretation through all the acting and technical phases up to the time of performance. |