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The frame separating the stage from the auditorium; critics may note its use in framing the action of the play.

The arrangement of scenery and stage properties; reviewers focus on its effectiveness in conveying the setting and mood.

A stage scenery that represents the walls of a room; reviewers evaluate its realism and how well it serves the play.

The unities of time, place, and action that Aristotle believed essential to drama; often critiqued in reviews for classical play productions.

A director whose personal creative vision influences the work significantly; critics may appraise this vision's clarity and impact in a production.

The precise staging of actors on a stage in order to facilitate the performance; criticized if it causes confusion or lacks dynamism.

Stage directions written into the script; critics analyze their use and interpretation in the performance.

The audience's willingness to accept the fictional reality; crucial for critics in evaluating dramatic believability.

The appearance of being true or real in the performance; critics look for its presence to gauge authenticity.

The reason behind a character's behavior; a key aspect for reviewers when assessing character believability and depth.

The emotional release experienced by the audience; critics assess whether a play successfully evokes this reaction.

The protagonist's tragic flaw; highlighted in reviews, especially for productions of classical tragedies.

The resolution of the plot after the climax; reviewers consider its satisfaction in wrapping up the story arcs.

Excessive pride or self-confidence; often discussed by critics when reviewing characters in classical drama.

A plot device where a seemingly unsolvable problem is abruptly resolved; reviewers often criticize its use as a lack of creativity.

A style of play characterized by the futility and irrationality of human existence; critics focus on the thematic expression and impact on the audience.

The imaginary barrier between actors and audience; critics discuss its use or breach in narrative immersion.

A form of theatre characterized by masked 'types'; critics review its use for evoking traditional comedic elements and character archetypes.

The study and theory of dramatic composition; used by critics to analyze the structural integrity of a script.