Which of the following is not a component of the realistic style of theatre?

A. Audience members forget they are in a darkened auditorium and feel transported to the locale of the play.
B. The actors play their parts with the full knowledge that the audience is present.
C. The language in realistic plays echoes the language of real life.
D. It is as if a "fourth wall" has been removed and the audience members are looking in at actual events.

Answer: B