The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity By Kristoffer Diaz Dramaturgy by Jessie Baxter Company One Summer 2012 Table of Contents Glossary of Scripted Terms and References…………3 Video Glossary………………………………………………………15 Pro Wrestling Jargon……………………………………………18 American Pro Wrestling Promotions……………………21 Pro Wrestling Promotion Flowchart……………………22 Additional Resources and Links…………………………..23 Sources…………………………………………………………………24 Check out the Chad Deity dramaturgy blog! We’ll be posting updates about the rehearsal process and relevant bits of info along the way: http://chadaturgy.wordpress.com To view video clips and examples, visit the Chad Deity YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/c1chaddeity Have a research related or script based question? Jessie’s email:
[email protected] Jessie’s cell: 303.808.0954 2 Glossary of Scripted Terms and References Act 1 p.7 Fall: Usually, the ending of the match. A fall is obtained by gaining a decision in any manner, normally consisting of a pin, submission, count‐out, or disqualification. See video glossary for examples. Cruger Avenue; Bronx, NY: p. 8 World Wrestling Federation: The name used from 1982 to 2002 by the professional wrestling company now known as WWE. The name was changed after the World Wildlife Foundation sued for name infringement. The WWE has since changed or blurred out any references to the WWF brand that appear in photos or broadcasts. 3 British Bulldogs: The team of cousins Davey Boy Smith and Tom Billington (better known as the Dynamite Kid), professional wrestlers who competed through most of the 1980s in both North America, England, and Japan. Considered one of the top tag‐teams in history.