Greek Drama

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Greek Theater
Comedy/Tragedy- Context Types of plays in Greek
Theater (Athens is the center of theater in
Greece). Symbol Mask Both are important in
Greek Theater Comedy-Funny plays on politics or
household (like spoofs) Tragedy- A tragic hero
who suffers misfortune typically involves the
Gods
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The Stage
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The Stage
Three Main Portions of Greek Theatre Skene
Portion of stage where actors performed (included
1-3 doors in and out) Orchestra Dancing Place
where chorus sang to the audience Theatron
Seating for audience
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The Stage
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The Stage
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Masks of Greek Theater
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The masks were worn for many reason including 1.
Visibility 2. Acoustic Assistance 3. Few Actors,
Many Roles 4. Characterization
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Masks of Greek Theater
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Masks of Greek Theater
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Modern-day replicas
Hero-King
Comedy (Servant or Herald )
Tragedy (Weeping Chorus)
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Theater at Epidaurus
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Theater at Epidaurus
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The Storyline
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Central Character is of the Elite Class
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Central Character suffers a Downfall
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Central Character is Neither Wholly good nor
wholly evil
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Downfall is the result of a Fatal Flaw
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Misfortunes involve characters who are related or
who are friends
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Tragic actions take place offstage
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Central Character has a moment of recognition
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Audience experiences pity and fear
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Pity and Fear leads to a liberation
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The End