Intrepretation of Literature - DRAMA
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According to Aristotle, there were 6 elements of drama. They are: 1. Mythos 2. Ethos 3. Lexis 4. Dianoia 5. Opsis 6. Melos Learning Hint: MELDOM (Acronym) Understanding these elements and applying them in the prescribed drama will help to immerse oneself in this art and aid in critical appreciation for analysis and creation in the future. Compiled by Dr. Merlin Depsy Nithiya, N Assistant Professor of English, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli 620 002
Intrepretation of Literature - DRAMA
- 2. Presented by Dr. Merlin Depsy Nithiya, N Assistant Professor of English Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Tiruchirappalli
- 3. Learning Objectives At the end of this session, you will learn to apply the various elements in the process of interpretation of drama.
- 5. Aristotelian Elements of Drama Mythos Ethos Lexis Dianoia Opsis Melos . Learning Hint MELDOM (Acronym)
- 6. Aristotelian Elements of Drama Mythos refers to the plot, the narrative and all related to it. Ethos is the environment in which the play is written. Lexis or diction refers to the words and their meanings. .
- 7. Aristotelian Elements of Drama Dianoia is the inner questioning that goes on in the mind of a character. Opsis is the spectacle that we witness on stage. Melos is music. .
- 8. Summary Elements of Drama are: Mythos Ethos Lexis Dianoia Opsis Melos
- 9. Assessment Apply the Aristotelian elements of Drama to Mahesh Dattanis Tara and prepare an infographic on the same. A sample infographic is given here for your reference.
- 11. Thank you Ms. Merlin Depsy Nithiya merlindepsynithiya@hcctrichy.ac.in