Play Critique Format
Due: The Monday after the close of the production
25 points
A review is an evaluation of a performance of a play. It should contain three paragraphs.
Paragraph 1 - The Basics
 Include the answers to the five W’s : Who? (the playwright, director, actors),
What? (the title of the play), Where? (the name of the school or theater), When?
(when did you see it)
 In a few sentences tell about the basic theme of the play
 Briefly summarize the plot of the play or musical.
Paragraph 2 -The Acting
 React to 2 of the performers playing characters in the play. Be sure to use their
real names and character names.
 Were they believable? Did their gestures and body movement convey and stay
true to the character?
 Analyze the actor’s voice. Were you able to hear and understand the actor’s
lines? Were they using their voice in a healthy manner?
Paragraph 3 - The Reaction/ What is the play’s effect on the audience.
 Was the audience attentive? Interested?
 What was your opinion of the play as a whole?
Remember to :
1. Back up all your opinions with valid reasons.
2. Be objective, fair, and sincere.
3. Evaluate the entire production.
4. Be constructive. Indicate good points along with those you felt needed improvement.
5. Enjoy the play or musical- don’t go to be overly critical.
Format:
 Typed/Ticket stub stapled on the front left hand side
 12 point font
 1 inch margins
 double spaced
 double check spelling and sentence structure