A one-act play is a play that has only one act, as distinct from plays that occur over several acts. One-act plays may consist of one or more scenes. In recent years the 10-minute... A one-act play is a play that has only one act, as distinct from plays that occur over several acts. One-act plays may consist of one or more scenes. In recent years the 10-minute play known as 'flash drama' has emerged as a popular sub-genre of the one-act play, especially in writing competitions. Elements of one-act play: Theme– the thought of what is the play all about. Plot- the series and sequence of events that lead the hero (and the audience) on the journey. In a one-act play, there is only time for one significant event. This is the determining place for the hero, where all is won or lost. Character- There is only enough time in this to get to know one character well -- the hero. In the short time that the one-act play is going, it is the hero's event that the audience is experiencing; again, there isn't time for more than that. Some characteristics of the supporting characters, including the antagonist, will need to be portrayed for the story to move forward, but it is the character of the protagonist that is vital to the story line. Dialogue - Economy is the key here. Each line must be crafted carefully to focus on the theme, the incident, and the character of the protagonist. The dialogue need not be terse but must be concise and full of meaning. Any lines that do not point to the focus of the play should be carefully considered whether they are needed.

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A one-act play has only one act, centers on a single significant event, and is written concisely.

A one-act play is a play that has only one act, as distinct from plays that occur over several acts. It focuses on a single significant event with limited characters, often centering around the protagonist's journey, and is written concisely.

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A one-act play is a play that has only one act, as distinct from plays that occur over several acts. It focuses on a single significant event with limited characters, often centering around the protagonist's journey, and is written concisely.

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One-act plays are popular in writing competitions due to their concise and powerful storytelling. Each line and scene must contribute directly to the plot, keeping the audience engaged.

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