CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ART (CCA - FINE ART) JSS1 SECOND TERM

WEEK 2

FUNCTIONS AND TERMINOLOGIES IN DRAMA

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

1. What is drama?
2. State three functions of drama.
3. Explain any two terms associated with drama.

Contents

INTRODUCTION

Drama has been at the forefront since time immemorial. Ancient dramas in Greece and Rome to date are still performed in the Theatres to entertain the audience both young and old. Drama has become a means of entertainment in the world at large. The functions of drama are highlighted below.

1. Drama preserves and promotes our rich cultural heritage.
2. Drama forestalls or promotes teamwork or cooperation among the cast, crew and audience.
3. Drama inculcates or teaches values. A vital or significant aspect of.... View More