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Eng Reviewer Play Analysis - Examining a play to understand its meaning and elements (Elements of a play) Drama - Specific mode of narrative, typically fictional represented in performance Film - Visual storytelling created through a combination of moving audios, images and test Radio - Story rep...

Eng Reviewer Play Analysis - Examining a play to understand its meaning and elements (Elements of a play) Drama - Specific mode of narrative, typically fictional represented in performance Film - Visual storytelling created through a combination of moving audios, images and test Radio - Story represented through sound, with actors voicing characters Television play - broadcast on television Closeted drama - experienced through reading rather than performing Elements Of A Play Script - A written document of a play that includes dialogue, the blueprint of the play characteristics: a. Dialogue- spoken words of the characters, revealing their personalities b. Stage directions- provides instructions for actors c. Structure- organized into acts and senses d. Character descriptions- details about each other e. Themes and motifs- embeds central ideas and rucuming symbols Set - physical construction on stage that represents the time and place where the plays action occurs, visual context to the story. characteristics: a. Scenic design- arrangement or visual elements on stage b. Lighting coordination- use of lighting within the set to establish mood, time and focus c. Spatial layout- natural movement and positioning of actors Props - objects used on stage or in film to support storytelling and add realism to a scene. characteristics:  a. Functionality - serve as a specific purpose within the narrative, helping to advance the plot or reveal character traits b. Realism- enhance the authenticity of the setting c. Variety- can range from large items Dramatic speech- deliver an individual line (monologue) soliloquies where characters speaks their thoughts aloud characteristics: a. Expressiveness- conveys strong emotions and intentions. b. Structure - often follows a specific format, including varietal lengths and styles, such as dialogue, monologue, or soliloquies. c. Audience Engagement- is designed to connect with the Audience. Stage direction- written instructions in a script that guide actor's on now to move speak and interact characteristics: a. Clarity- provides clear instructions for actors,detailed movements, gestures and expressions. b. Descriptive detail- includes descriptions of the setting, props and lighting c. Interpretive flexibility- allows interpretation by directions and actors Conflict- the internal and external struggle that creates dramatic tension 1. character vs character (external) 2. character vs nature (external) 3. character vs society (external) 4. character vs self (internal) characteristics: a. opposing forces- characters or ideas that have different goals b. development- interplay between characters struggles, goals and challenges c. emotional engagement- it involves to evoke emotion responses that resonate with the audience, leading to a more profound understanding and appreciation of the story Characterization- the playwright's technique for revealing the personality of a character a. direct - specific details about a character in a explicit manner b. indirect- to reveal a characters personality through their actions, thoughts, physical appearance, allowing readers to draw conclusions without straight forward statements Hearing - reception of the sound Listening - attachment to the sound heard Stages of Listening 1. Attending - paying attention to a sound/signal 2. Understanding - making sense of the message heard 3. Responding - giving noticeable feedback 4. Remembering - recalling important details Listening Strategies 1. Top-down approach - utilizes background knowledge 2. Bottom-up approach - text is the basis ESSAY : 1. in sorry wrong number the conflict which we see is Mrs Stevensons overhearing her a murder plot not knowing it was for her, knowing this she desperately calls the operators and the police officer for help all while being bedridden. Her fear and the suspense causes her to act frantically and showing her determination to survive and her realization of isolation 2. the setting of sorry wrong number is mrs Stevensons bedroom that creates a claustrophobic atmosphere that highlights the suspense and isolation. being confined to her bed unable to leave or act makes her feel helpless and the danger grows. the lonely confined space emphasizes her fear and makes the tension feel even more intense and personal.