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Greek Theatre

Outcome 3.10 Identify the Greek contribution to the development of drama and some of the major themes addressed by Greek drama. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSRLK7SogvE 7 minutes

The Opening Night The ancient Greeks enjoyed many forms of leisure and entertainment but above all the citizens of Greek City- States enjoyed drama. Began during festivals honoring the god Dionysus, the god of wine and festivity. (circa 600 BCE in Athens) After the destruction of the city by the Persian Empire. Theatre was formalized after Athens was rebuilt. The City of Dionysia was a four day event and was a competition held every March. The events started with a sacrifice to the god Dionysus. Most of the plays were tragedies but each day ended with a comedy. A panel of 10 judges picked the best performance after the 4th day.

Multi-Tasking At the early Greek festivals, the actors, directors, and dramatists were all the same person. After some time, only three actors were allowed to perform in each play. Later on a few non-speaking roles were allowed to perform on-stage. Due to limited number of actors allowed on-stage, the chorus evolved into a very active part of Greek theatre. Music was often played during the chorus’ delivery of its lines.

Ancient Greek Theatre Plays also extremely popular. Only men could act. Three main genres… Comedy: “comedy is a representation of laughable people and involves some kind of blunder or ugliness which does not cause pain or disaster” (Aristotle) Often used as political satire. Tragedy: hero makes some kind of mistake and experiences a downfall as a result. Satyr play: short plays performed between acts of a tragedy, and made fun of the tragedy’s characters

Athens Athens was the main center for these theatrical traditions. Athenians spread these festivals to its numerous allies in order to promote a common identity.

Greek Theatres Theatre buildings were called a theatron. The theaters were large, open-air structures constructed on the slopes of hills. They consisted of three main elements: the orchestra, the skene (tent or building), and the audience.

Acting The cast of a Greek play was comprised of amateurs, not professionals (all male). Ancient Greek actors had to gesture grandly so that the entire audience could see and hear the story. However most Greek theatres were cleverly constructed to transmit even the smallest sound to any seat.

Costumes and Masks The actors were so far away from the audience that without the aid of exaggerated costumes and masks they couldn’t express their emotions. The masks were made of linen or cork, so none have survived. Tragic masks carried mournful or pained expressions, while comic masks were smiling or leering. The shape of the mask amplified the actor's voice, making his words easier for the audience to hear.

Theatre – Continuity & Change?

Greek’ish Plays Activity This activity will require you to participate in two brief plays based in Ancient Greece. Take a moment to read over your part(s) and familiarize yourself with names and pronunciations. Read through the play once on your own so you can make your cues and add proper dramatic gestures. King Midas and the Golden Touch Pandora’s Box