Dramatic structure and plot Rare structure

Plot Plot is the central aspect of all drama, for drama is primarily concerned with what happens. “Plot” is basically another term for structure, the difference being that when we discuss plot we more or less are committed to discussing everything that happens in the play

Plot Any plot of dramatic work necessarily has to do with conflict. Throughout the play there are repeating challenges of one force by another: Antigone clashes with the gods. Othello clashes with jealousy

Plot A plot presents incidents in which the opposing forces meet head-on until there is some sort of final resolution The most important aspect of plot is its relationship to character. Everything in the plot is introduced because of the particular feelings of particular character at a particular time.

Plot There is nothing in the play which is not s product of character motivation. Plot translates the essence of the characters’ ideas into appropriate actions. Plot informs us as to what the characters are like

Plot While we talk about the structure of a play in terms of artistic development and relationship of part, we also need to refer specifically to the plot, to the actions which, in effect, delineate the characters.

Plot All of the actions arise out the characters and thus we must explain the actions in terms of the characters When we discuss plot then, no matter for what ultimate purpose, we necessarily need to pay more attention to the fine points regarding the various characters

Rare structure Not every play can be discussed both in terms of rising action and climax. As well as in terms of peculiarities of structure. Many plays simply are constructed in an entirely individual way and any analysis of structure needs to focus on this individuality.