Aparte
Definition
Aparte is when a character speaks directly to the audience or another character on stage, but it is not meant to be heard by all characters present.
Analogy
Imagine you're watching a movie and suddenly one of the characters turns towards the camera and whispers something secret just for you. That's like an aparte in a play - it's like having insider information that only certain people are aware of.
Related terms
Monólogo: Refers to a long speech delivered by one character alone on stage.
Cuarta pared (fourth wall): Describes an imaginary barrier between actors and audience, which is broken when characters speak directly to the audience.
Soliloquio (soliloquy): A type of monologue where a character expresses their thoughts aloud while being alone on stage.
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