Telaah Drama Inggris

Prepared by :

Sri Rejeki Mugi Lestari 2016-51-002

Reztu Prasetia Ningsih 2016-51-015

Rusnawati Mahmud 2016-51-031

Dilisio Meriano Renmaur 2016-51-070

Muhammad Iriansyah 2016-51-060

Definition About Drama

Drama is a composition in prase or verse presenting in dialogue or pantomime a story in

volving conflict or contrast of character,especially one intended to be acted on the stage a
play. The branch of literature having such composition as its subject dramatic art or
represention.

Definition of drama from some experts :

1. Aristoteles
Drama in imitated human actions.

2. Moulton
Drama is life presented action.

3. Dietrich
Drama is conflict about human in from of dialogue which is presented by using
conversation and action on the stage in front of the audience.

4. Brander Mathews
Drama is conflict human behavior is the main source of drama.

Drama is imitation of human life that presented on the stage by action which has
dialogue.
The characteristic of drama :

1. Emotion.
A drama performance must have emotion. That is one the important components.

2. Pronounced
Line must also be pronounced well enough to be heard and understood, even at the
back of the audience.

3. Facial expression
Facial expression and movements must be developed. We should not overreact
when we are performing on stage.

4. 4. Story
The story has to be simple but meaningful. It coul be funny or serious but need to
show expression.

The characteristic of a good drama are :

1. A meaningful narrations /story
2. Appropriate emotions in acting
3. Good and clear pronounciation
4. Facial expressions and movements
5. Attractive props
6. Supporting music and background
Intrinsik and Ekstrinsik Element of Drama :
 Intrinsik :
1. Theme
A writter’s message or main point is the theme of his/her literary work. Looking for a
theme helps you look more deeply into the literature and makes for more enjoyable
reading. The theme of a play refers to its central idea. It can either be stated through
dialog or action, or can be inferred after watching the entire performance. The theme is
the philosophy that forms the base of the story or a moral lesson the characteres learn. It is
the message the play gives ti the audience.

2. Plot
The order of events occurring in a play make its plot. Essentially , the plot is the story
that play narrates. The entertainment value of a play depends largely on the sequence of
events in the story. The connection between the events in the story. The connection
between the events and the characters in them form an integral part of the plot. What the
characters do, how they interact, the course of their lives as narrated b the story , and what
happens to them in the end , constitutes the plot.

3. Setting
The era or time in which the incidents in the play take place, influence the characters in
their appearance and personalities. The time setting may affect the central theme of the
play, the issues raised (if any), the conflict, and the interactions between the characters.
The historical and social context of the play is also defined by the time and place where it
is set. The time period and the location in which the story is set, affect the play's staging.
Costumes and makeup, the backgrounds and the furniture used, the visuals (colors and
kind of lighting), and the sound are among the important elements of a play that dictate
how the story is translated into a stage performance.

Ekstrinsik of Drama :

1. Visual Element
While the dialog and music are the audible aspects of drama, the visual element deals
with the scenes, costumes, and special effects used in it. The visual element of drama, also
known as the spectacle, renders a visual appeal to the stage setup. The costumes and
makeup must suit the characters. Besides, it is important for the scenes to be dramatic
enough to hold the audiences to their seats. The special effects used in a play should
accentuate the portion or character of the story that is being highlighted.

2. Music
This element includes the use of sounds and rhythm in dialogs as well as music
compositions that are used in the plays. The background score, the songs, and the sound
effects used should complement the situation and the characters in it. The right kind of
sound effects or music, if placed at the right points in the story, act as a great supplement
to the high and low points in the play. The music and the lyrics should go well with the
play's theme. If the scenes are accompanied by pieces of music, they become more
effective on the audiences.

3 Performance
It is another important element of drama, as the impact that a story has on the audiences is
largely affected by the performances of the actors. When a written play is transformed
into a stage performance, the actors cast for different roles, the way they portray the
characters assigned to them, and the way their performances are directed are some
important factors that determine the play's impact. Whether an actor's appearance
(includes what he wears and how he carries himself on stage) suits the role he is playing,
and how well he portrays the character's personality are determinants of how well the play
would be taken by the audiences. Different actors may play the same roles in different
renditions of a play. A particular actor/actress in a certain role may be more or less
accepted and appreciated than another actor in the same role. As different actors are cast
for different roles, their roles are more or less appreciated depending on their
performances. The stage performances of a play's characters, especially those in lead
roles, directly affect the success and popularity of a play.
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