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Drama techniques and roles
Quick questions on Genres and theatrical styles - Eduqas GCSE Drama
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What are mismatched conventions?Show answer
Attaching conventions to the wrong style (a fourth wall in epic theatre, placards in naturalism) loses the precise vocabulary; learn what belongs where.
What is style for its own sake?Show answer
Choosing a style that fights the intention weakens the piece; pick the style that serves what you want to say.
What is q1?Show answer
Name two conventions of epic theatre. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
How does naturalism differ from epic theatre in its aim? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain how the style of the set text could influence a director's staging choices. [6 marks]
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