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1 Medieval theater By: Mrs. Bone

2 Types of plays Passion plays- plays about Jesus
Miracle plays- plays about Bible stories Mystery plays- plays about saints Morality plays- plays about morals

3 Medieval authors Religious leaders Anonymous
except for Hirosvitha a nun Everyman- most famous play

4 Pageants Pageant Master: the first directors.
Pageant Wagons: a portable stage

5 Types/genres Liturgical drama- is religious drama
Inside the church- Moved to church steps Secular drama- outside the church

6 OTHER FORMS OF ENTERTAINMENT
Minstrel and Puppet Shows Tournaments To entertain To train knights

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