Drama Terminology

noun a long speech by one actor in a play or movie, or as part of a theatrical or broadcast program

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• The actor delivered a powerful monologue in the final act of the play.
• She went on a long monologue about her vacation plans.
• I can't stand when he goes on his monologue about politics.
• His constant complaining was like a never-ending monologue.

noun a place or region where something is prevalent or abundant.

• The theater is hosting a production of Shakespeare's Hamlet this weekend.
• Hey, want to catch a movie at the theater later?
• Let's hit up the theater for some popcorn and a flick.
• Life is like a theater, with each person playing their own role on the stage.

noun The activity or profession of acting in, producing, directing, or writing plays.

• The theatre is a place where live performances are staged for an audience.
• Let's catch a show at the theatre this weekend!
• I heard the new play at the theatre is lit!
• Life is like a theatre, with each person playing their own role on the stage of existence.

noun a theatrical performance or production

adjective relating to drama or the theater

• The thespic performance by the actors received rave reviews from the critics.
• I heard the thespic play at the theater was amazing!
• That thespic movie had me on the edge of my seat the whole time.
• Her thespic skills on stage were like watching poetry in motion.

noun a made-up word combining 'drama' and 'reality' to describe a situation that is both dramatic and real

• The dramality of the situation was evident in the way everyone reacted.
• The dramality of her reaction was totally unexpected.
• I can't believe the dramality of that gossip!
• The dramality of the storm mirrored the chaos in her mind.