What effect may putting a humorous minor scene before or after an emotional key scene have on an audience?

5 years ago

1 Reply

1932 views

Zane Goyette

1 Answer

Lucy Verified Sherpa Tutor ✓

Specialist Drama teacher and Stage Manager. Available for tutoring and for LAMDA preparation.

5 reviews

A short comic scene before or after a dramatic one can break the tension. A great example of this is the Porter scene in Macbeth which is comic, and breaks the tension of the murder scene previously before tension is then increased again. It gives the audience a moment to breathe before the next moment of stress!

I'm available for 1:1 private online tuition!

Click here to view my profile and arrange a free introduction.

Think you can help?

Need a GCSE English Literature tutor?

Get started with a free online introductions with an experienced and qualified online tutor on Sherpa.

Find a GCSE English Literature Tutor