Elements of Drama and Theatre – Basic 4 Cultural & Creative Arts Lesson Note (First Term)

What is Drama?

Drama is acting out stories with people, costumes, and sounds.

5 Main Elements of Drama

1. Characters

The people in the story (actors)

2. Setting

Where and when the story happens

3. Plot

What happens in the story (beginning, middle, end)

4. Dialogue

What the characters say to each other

5. Theme

The lesson or message of the story

EXERCISES

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. The people who act in a drama are called ________
2. The place where a story happens is called the ________
3. What characters say to each other is called ________

Exercise 2: Match the Elements

Draw lines to match:

• Characters → What happens in the story
• Plot → The people in the drama
• Setting → Where the story takes place

Exercise 3: Create Your Own

Think of your favorite story. Write:

1. Who are the characters? ________________
2. Where does it happen? ________________
3. What is the main message? ________________

Exercise 4: Act It Out!

With a friend, act out a simple scene about:

• Two friends sharing food
• A child helping an elder
• Animals in the forest

Remember: Use your voice, body, and face to show feelings!