Definition of Dramaturgy

1. Dramaturgy is the art of dramatic composition and the representation of the main elements of drama on the stage. Some dramatists combine writing and dramaturgy when creating a drama. Others work with a specialist, called a dramaturg, to adapt a work for the stage.

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2. the art of writing plays or producing them

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3. the art of dramatic composition for the stage

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