ART AND DRAMA

SUBMITTED TO SUBMITTED BY
Mrs. Amardeep Kaur Pawandeep Kaur
Mr. Balkrishna Rollno: 230102
 MEANING OF DRAMA
 The word "drama" comes from the Greek word drâma, which means
"deed" or "act".
 Drama is a story which is performed on the stage with the help of
actors and actress.
 Drama is a type of performance that uses dialogue and action to
portray human experiences and evoke emotions in the audience.
 It often presents a story or situation that involves human conflict,
and can evoke intense feelings like excitement, tension, or empathy.
ELEMENTS OF DRAMA
 TYPES OF DRAMA

TRAGEDY COMEDY TRAGICOMEDY

HISTORICAL MUSICAL ABSURDIST

POLITICAL MELODRAMA OPERA

 TRADEGY
Tragedy is a genre that explores the downfall
of a protagonist due to tragic flaws, external
circumstances, or a combination of both.
Tragedies evoke emotions such as pity and
fear and often end in catastrophe or death for
the central character.
Example:
William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” follows the
tragic journey of Macbeth’s ambition leading
to his ultimate downfall and demise.
COMEDY
Comedy is characterized by humor wit, and
lightheartedness. It often involves
misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and
humorous situations. Comedies aim to entertain
and uplift the audience.
Example:
Oscar Wilde’s “The Importance of Being
Earnest” is a classic comedy that employs wit
and satire to explore themes of social
conventions and identity.
 TRAGICOMEDY
Tragicomedy combines elements of
tragedy and comedy, often blending
serious themes with humorous
moments. These plays explore the
complexities of life, encompassing both
light and dark aspects.
Example:
Tom Stoppard’s “Rosencrantz and
Guildenstern Are Dead” reimagines the
story of “Hamlet” from the perspective
of two minor characters, balancing
existential reflections with comedic
exchanges.
MELODRAMA
Melodramas emphasize heightened emotions
and moral contrasts. They often feature
clearly defined heroes and villains, and their
plots revolve around intense emotional
situations.
Example:
Henrik Ibsen’s “Ghosts” is a melodrama that
tackles taboo subjects like venereal disease
and societal expectations within a family.
 MUSICAL DRAMA
Musical dramas combine theatrical
performance with music, including songs and
often dance routines. They can cover a wide
range of themes and emotions, utilizing
music to enhance storytelling.
Example:
“Les Miserable's” by Claude-Michel
Schonberg and Alain Boublil adapts Victor
Hugo’s novel into a musical drama that
portrays the struggles of various characters
against the backdrop of 19th-century France.
IMPORTANE OF DRAMA AND
ART IN EDUATION
 CONCLUSION
 Drama and art are important in education because they help students
develop skills such as creativity, expression, confidence, problem-
solving, leadership, critical thinking, and collaboration.
 Drama can also create a positive learning environment, increase social
interaction, and help with visual learning.
 Drama is an effective learning tool because it involves the student
intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
 Activities in improvisation, pantomime, play-making, and scene
reenactment serve to develop the creative potential in the participants
and help to develop critical thinking skills.