Drama Terms

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Across
  1. 3. something that precedes the next action.
  2. 4. all performers selected to portray characters.
  3. 7. all sets and props that help define the action
  4. 8. canvas-covered wooden frames used for scenery.
  5. 10. printed copy of a play.
  6. 11. instructs actors on how to portray characters.
  7. 15. painted curtain without fullness.
  8. 17. area behind scenery not visible to audience.
  9. 19. to leave the stage
  10. 21. area closest to the audience.
  11. 23. one person speaking
Down
  1. 1. the major sections of a play
  2. 2. stage area in the center of the stage
  3. 5. male performer
  4. 6. person who writes plays
  5. 9. area furthest away from the audience.
  6. 12. person, animal or thing in the story
  7. 13. female performer
  8. 14. the main storyline
  9. 16. conversation between two or more characters.
  10. 18. to stop the action.
  11. 20. small section or portion of a play
  12. 22. the basic idea of the play