In the case of a theatrical performance, the plot is often told in its entirety on stage, while in a ritual performance the story is often part of a larger whole, but both performances create or feed into a narrative.
Ritual or rituals are complex medium of acts, and their main purpose is to reaffirm believes and cultures that nourish community, whereas drama can be actually used to refute these believes or reaffirm them. however it is imperative to note that both mediums have theatrical aspects. Drama is acting and rituals sometimes can be acted out and be performed like in drama.
