Chiaroscuro
Whisper, Mime, Echoes, breathing...etc.
Literary Techniques: suspense, foreshadowing, situational and dramatic
This dramatic improvement is attributed to new surgical techniques, improved diagnosis, and new techniques of medical treatment.
found in his verse play, Isiburu (1973), about a champion wrestler who is ultimately defeated by the supernatural power of his enemy. Among his other works are Pepper Soup and the Road to Ibadan (1977), Estrangement (1986), the play The Woman of Calabar (2001), and the science-fiction book When God…
He uses exagerated facial expressions and hand movements acompanied by his over dramatic voice.
Some of the dramatic techniques applied in writing "The Blinkards" include the use of satire to criticize societal values and behaviors, the incorporation of humor to engage the audience, and the use of exaggerated characters and situations to highlight the absurdity of certain cultural practices. The play also employs irony and sarcasm to convey the playwright's message.
"The Concubine" by Elechi Amadi focuses on the life of Ihuoma, a beautiful woman who is married to three different men who all die mysteriously. The plot explores themes of fate, tradition, love, and the consequences of human actions. The story delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact of past deeds on the present.
In "The Lion and the Jewel," Wole Soyinka uses various dramatic techniques such as dialogue, monologue, soliloquy, and symbolism to convey the themes of tradition versus modernity, power dynamics, and the role of women in society. The play also incorporates elements of Yoruba folklore and music to enhance the cultural authenticity of the narrative.
Jacobean drama is traditionally characterised by sensationalism, contrived plots and over-use of dramatic techniques at the expense of integrity and realism.
Through the use of plot structure, language/dialogue, and the literary devices of irony and foreshadowing.
One key difference is that dramatic literature is meant to be performed on stage with actors, while fiction is meant to be read. Dramatic literature often relies on dialogue and stage directions to convey the story, whereas fiction can use narrative prose to develop plot and character. Additionally, dramatic literature typically focuses on conflict and tension between characters, while fiction can explore a wider range of storytelling techniques and structures.