Drama GCSE
Wash
What Wash means in Drama GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Wash
A general spread of light across the stage, often used to establish the overall mood or time of day.
Topics that use Wash
- Understanding drama (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Age and Generational Divide
- Artistic Intent
- Class Conflict
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- Semiology and Signification
- Social Responsibility
- Total Theatre
Using Wash in the exam
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