Spotlight On Theater

Worksheet Description

This Genres worksheet introduces students to the captivating genre of drama, where stories come to life through the performance of actors on stage. The worksheet encourages students to watch a theatrical production and analyze various dramatic elements:

1. Number of Acts: Students identify how many acts comprise the play.

2. Antagonist and Protagonist: They determine the characters serving as the story’s antagonist (the opposing force) and protagonist (the main character).

3. Point of View: The worksheet prompts students to discuss the point of view from which the story is presented.

4. Setting: Students describe the theatrical setting, including time and place.

5. Costumes, Props, and Set: They explore the visual elements of the production, detailing costumes, props, and the set design.

6. Narrator: Students identify whether there is a narrator guiding the audience through the story.

7. Theme: The worksheet encourages students to discern the central theme or message conveyed by the play.

By engaging with these elements, students gain a deeper appreciation for the unique art form of drama and how it brings narratives to life on the stage.