Matching Pairs Drama Time Matching GameOnline version Match drama concepts and terms to enhance your understanding of theatrical storytelling. by Carla Garcia 1 Monologue 2 Conflict 3 Dialogue 4 Climax 5 Protagonist 6 Subtext 7 Character Arc 8 Stage Directions Main character in a story A long speech by one character Underlying meaning in dialogue The peak of the story's tension Instructions for actors' movements Struggle between opposing forces The transformation of a character Conversation between two or more characters 1 set 2 director 3 backstage 4 actor 5 curtain 6 costume 7 crew 8 script team supporting the show oversees the production performs on stage written text of the play area behind the scenes divides stage from audience clothing for characters physical environment of the play