The fourth wall is an imaginary barrier between the actors on stage and the audience. In traditional theater, this wall separates the world of the play from the real world, allowing actors to perform as if they are not aware of the audience watching them. When actors "break the fourth wall," they directly address or interact with the audience, acknowledging their presence and disrupting the illusion of separation. This technique can be used to create a more engaging or self-aware performance, or to highlight the artificial nature of the theatrical experience.

Определение и значение слова «fourth wall» на английском языке

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