Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Directing language & playable notes · Core

Performance objective

Also called: scene objective, objective

ELI5

What a character is trying to achieve in a scene or interaction.

Used in conversation

“The performance objective should come through in behaviour, not only in treatment language.”

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

Connected terms

  • ObjectiveThe search label “Objective” can route to both entries.
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