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use of multiple time frames (cross cutting)
stylised movement
actor playing multiple and changing roles (changing character)
character to narrator
use of projection to convey a message
use of narrator and shared narration
choral speaking (more than one speaking together)
use of placards and signs
open white stage lights (no colour gels)
shadows cast on back wall with white light
actors as props and/or set pieces (physical theatre)
use of song or poetry to convey a message
visible stage lights and other equipment
use of free standing screen and shadow projection
sophisticated use of freeze frames
monotone use of voice
props having multiple uses
voice over
limited use of emotion or exaggeration
flash-backs and flash-forwards
happy scenes performed sadly and vice-versa
bare/symbolic sets / symbolic costume
limited physical involvement between characters
actors speaking stage directions aloud
self-contained episodes (not scenes)
characters with backs to the audience
speaking directly to the audience in performance (monologues)
use of masks
repetition
slow motion
narration that spoils upcoming dramatic tension
music to create atmosphere/tension
symbolism through movement and gesture
stylised use of voice
sound collage - sound blanket
limited dialogue to build tension/highlight importance
dramatic tension and use of pauses
opposing tension (body being pulled by invisible string in opposite directions)
split stage
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What are the key differences between naturalistic drama and abstract (non naturalistic) drama?
The conventions
What are the non-naturalistic conventions?
Non-naturalistic conventions are the unnatural norms used in the theater performing arts. Some of these are: use of projection to convey a message. use of placards and signs, use of voice overs and actors speaking stage directions aloud.
What does non naturalistic mean?
Non-naturalistic typically refers to elements in art, theater, or literature that deviate from representing reality in a strictly realistic or naturalistic manner. This may involve using abstract or symbolic representations instead of portraying things as they appear in the physical world. Non-naturalistic techniques are often employed to convey emotions, ideas, or themes in a more creative or unconventional way.
What is non-naturalistic colors?
Non-naturalistic colors refer to colors that do not depict objects or scenes in their true colors, as seen in real life. Artists often use non-naturalistic colors to evoke emotions, create a certain mood, or communicate abstract concepts in their work.
What conventions make a naturalistic performance?
All naturalistic performances have scenes that flow smoothly so that it is easy to follow what's happening in the performance/show. Also that when you are a character in a naturalistic performance, you have to stay that character. You can't use character transformation to change into someone or something else. One thing that you can definitely not use is gibberish because in naturalistic drama, you have to speak normally. Another thing that you definitely can't use is exaggerated movement. This is because is naturalistic drama, you have to move the same as you normally would. You don't use slow motion in naturalistic drama because it doesn't come natural to people. LT
What are the differences between naturalistic drama and non naturalistic drama?
Naturalistic drama aims to create a realistic portrayal of life, focusing on everyday situations, believable characters, and detailed settings that mirror the real world. In contrast, non-naturalistic drama employs abstract or stylized elements, such as symbolism, heightened language, and unconventional staging, to explore deeper themes or emotions beyond mere realism. Non-naturalistic forms often break the fourth wall and may use techniques like flashbacks or non-linear narratives to convey their messages. Ultimately, the choice between the two styles reflects different artistic intentions and approaches to storytelling.
What is non naturalistic drama?
Non naturalistic drama is when your performance is based on things that would not normally happen. For example, having a conversation with people who are in freeze frame or continuously changing your character mood. LT
Main features of modern drama writing?
Modern drama writing often features complex characters with nuanced motivations and emotions. It may also incorporate non-linear storytelling techniques, experimental structures, and themes that challenge societal norms or conventions. Dialogue in modern drama tends to be more naturalistic and reflective of everyday speech patterns.
What is a naturalistic experiment?
in psychology terms what is a naturalistic experiment and a longitudinal study?
What is non-naturalistic drama?
Non-naturalistic Drama is acting away from the norm, for example you would walk in a bizarre way, it can be a way of showing something is changing. its used a lot in drama to show a persons state of mind etc. This is the modern understanding of Non-naturalistic Drama, which began as something of a revolt against Naturalistic Drama / Theatre, a style made very popular by Konstantin Stanislavsky and later by Strasberg and others who adopted and adapted his principles into what has come to be called, The Method or Method Acting. Naturalistic Drama developed as recently as the late 19th to early 20th century. The most famous opponent of Naturalistic Drama was Bertolt Brecht, who put forth the style or technique of Alienation, which shatters the illusion of Realism in a performance at various points in order to get the audience to forget the performance and re-focus on the message / issues that the play addresses. Since Naturalistic Drama developed so late in the theatre time-line, however, every form of theatre before it is thus, by definition, Non-naturalistic. From the time humans first began performing for an audience of more than one, the constraints of having to be visible and audible to many have dictated that theatrical actions be loud and exaggerated. Arms are swung dramatically, the voice is projected many decibels above normal speech, etc. In some forms, costumes are colourful and far removed from normal, everyday clothes. Performances may be stylised and incorporate music, song and dance. A couple of examples are Japanese Kabuki and Indian Kathakali. All these can be said to be Non-naturalistic Drama or Theatre.
What is grammatical conventions?
Language conventions are language conventions
What is a naturalistic play?
it is where everything happens in realy time, for example there is no '6 months in the future' or anything :) bit vague but :)
