Skit vs Sketch
Many people regard a skit as a short comic performance similar to a sketch and often use the two terms interchangeably. Even those in the drama profession sometimes consider a skit as a sketch. However, despite their many similarities, there are differences between a skit and a sketch, which will be highlighted in this article.
Key Takeaways
- A skit is a short comical act or scene in theater or a piece of humor in literature, while a sketch is an act that comprises comedy scenes of short duration.
- A skit does not have a script and relies on improvisation, while a sketch has a script with lines that help carry the story forward.
- Props and costumes are important in a sketch, but not in a skit, and a sketch requires a director, while a skit does not.
