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lyric drama

Genre
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Poetry that combines lyrical expression with dramatic dialogue or action

Detailed Definition
Lyric drama: A poetic work combining the emotional intensity and subjective expression of lyric poetry with dramatic elements such as distinct characters, dialogue, conflict, or theatrical situations. This hybrid form blends personal feeling with dramatic presentation.
Example
Example in poetry:
Verse plays combining lyrical and dramatic elements; poetry with strong performative qualities; works that blur the line between poetry and drama; verse that demands theatrical presentation
Additional Notes
Combines lyrical emotional intensity with dramatic characterization and action; verse plays fall into this category; requires both poetic beauty and dramatic effectiveness; operatic libretti share similar qualities
Also Known As
Dramatic poem Theatrical verse Staged lyric Dramatic lyric
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