Sub-genres of Drama - different types of genre
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Literary Genres
Lesson Plans by Kristy Littlehale
It seems like there is an infinite amount of genres in literature, but in reality, there are only three: Poetry, Drama, and Prose. Students will encounter these genres for most of what they read and write about in school, so it’s important for them to know their key characteristics.
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Storyboard Description
Genres of Literature -
Sub-genres of Drama
genre types
Storyboard Text
- Slide: 1
- TRAGEDY
- • Traces the rise and fall of a tragic hero with a tragic flaw• Includes conflict, suffering, and catharsis• Can contain elements of comedy (tragicomedy)
- Slide: 2
- COMEDY
- • Exaggerates or creates improbable situations• Includes humor, through dialogue or physical action• The resolution is usually lighthearted
- Slide: 3
- HISTORY
- • Details the deeds and events of a particular historical time period• Often features characters of legend or royal lineage
- Slide: 4
- MELODRAMA
- • Highly emotional and often includes exaggerated characters or situations• Explores interpersonal conflicts
- Slide: 5
- MUSICAL
- • A story told with dialogue, music, and dancing• Can include operas and ballets
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