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INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA

What is drama?
Drama is play written for actors and actresses to act on stage. It can also be define as the expression of life experiences through actions, gestures, imitation in front of an audience etc.
The word drama comes from a Greek word "dran" which means 'to do'.


Elements of drama
The following are some elements of drama.
1. Plot
2. Character
3. Theme
4. Audience
5. Spectacle
6. Diction
7. Dialogue
8. Music etc.

Types of drama
1. Comedy
2. Tragedy
3. Farce
4. Tragicomedy
5. Opera
6. Satire

Basic forms of drama creation
There are two basic forms of drama creation.

* Scripted drama:- A kind of drama that is written in a paper for actors and actresses to read through.

* Unscripted drama:- An opposite of  the scripted drama. A drama that is not written. It requires more of improvisation.

Basic techniques of drama creation
1. Dance
2. Storytelling
3. Music
4. Mime
5. Improvisation


IMPORTANCE OF DRAMA IN THE SOCIETY
Drama is important in the society because it is used for the following;
1. Drama is used for Entertainment.
2. Drama is used for communication. 
3. Drama is used to educate and instruct people. 
4. Drama is used for therapy.
5.  Drama is used for documenting events that happens in the society.
6. Drama is used as a source of income. 
7. Drama is used for recreation. 
8. Drama is used for religious purposes. 
Types of drama

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