The phrase refers to text documents in Portable Document Format containing material intended for dramatic performance. These documents provide a readily accessible medium for accessing and utilizing pre-written or original monologues, scenes, or plays tailored for individual or small group performance. For example, a student preparing for a speech competition might download a document of this type containing a suitable piece for presentation.
These resources offer several advantages, including ease of distribution, searchability, and compatibility across different operating systems and devices. Historically, accessing and sharing performance material required physical copies of books or scripts. The advent of the PDF format streamlined this process, facilitating wider dissemination and lowering costs associated with physical printing and distribution. This accessibility benefits students, educators, performers, and theatre companies seeking relevant material.
