Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

playscript

noun
/ˈpleɪˌskrɪpt/
Definition
A written text of a play, including dialogue, stage directions, and instructions for performance.
Examples
  • The playwright submitted the playscript to the theater for review.
  • In drama class, we analyzed a famous playscript to understand character development.
  • She spent hours revising her playscript before the audition.
Meaning
A playscript serves as a blueprint for actors and directors, providing the necessary details to bring a theatrical performance to life.
Synonyms
  • script
  • screenplay
  • libretto