Script Terminology 

Narration  01:06

A teacher or a student can narrate the events of the play by introducing new and vital information that propels the story forward. Narration helps the audience follow the storyline.

Obstacles 01:33

The obstacles are the events or circumstances that prevent the characters from fulfilling their goals or objectives. The character must find ways to overcome these obstacles.

Props 01:56

The prop is any item needed in the drama (real or imaginary) used by the characters to move the story forward.

Set 02:18

The set refers to the design set up  of the stage. The set is a constructed or an imagined location of the drama.  A set may include furniture,  backdrops,  props,  and blocked areas where characters perform.  

Blocking 02:47

Blocking is the planned physical motions and movements of actors on stage.  Blocking supports the story narration.  It can help to further understand the character, their motivations, and goals.  

Blocking can help the audience to focus their attention toward the events being enacted.

Stakes 03:21

The stakes, often known as “high stakes,” are the emotional investments of a character in achieving a goal or an objective.  Usually there is an element of potential failure in order to highlight the importance of the high stakes.  The actors have to work together to provide possible alternative outcomes to achieve their goal.  

Tactics and Strategies 04:03

The character undertakes tactics and strategies to achieve their goal.  For instance,  if a character is to complete homework, but their home environment is busy and distracting. A strategy is to go to the library and seek out a quiet place to concentrate and complete the work.