Explain the concept of point of view in a play.

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Explain the concept of point of view in a play.

Point of view in a play refers to the perspective from which the story is told or the events are presented. It determines the relationship between the audience and the characters, as well as the level of knowledge and understanding the audience has about the events and characters. The point of view can be first-person, where a character within the play narrates the events; third-person, where an external narrator describes the events; or a combination of both. The point of view in a play influences the audience's interpretation and emotional connection to the story.