Theatre Glossary (Mike Green)

Composed of many different cultures and nationalities.

Vocal and instrumental rhythmic sound used in a play. Any rhythmic or melodic element such as a patterned arrangement of words.

An activity in which the group pantomimes a story as it is narrated by the drama/theatre leader.

Communication without words using facial expression, gestures, and body language.

The ability to communicate with words.

Action without words; nonverbal communication through body movement, gesture, and facial expression.

The process by which people receive, recognize, integrate, and interpret sensory stimuli.

The imitation of life in front of at least one other person. In a broad sense, performance refers to the presentation of any kind of entertainment--from play to rock concert, from solo presentation to ensemble collaboration.

Improvising or acting out characters in a scene or story.

A technique used by the creative drama leader during the playing, in which the leader enacts a role that allows for some authority and control, to heighten and advance the playing.