Q4 MAPEH Reviewer

• What did theater begin from?

  Myth, ritual, and ceremony
• How did early society perceive connections between actions?

  Actions moved from habit to tradition to ritual
• What broke the ground for theater?

  Repeated rehearsals, performances, and creation of actions
• What does the term "theater" mean?

  • "Place of seeing"
  • More than just buildings
  • Involves playwrights, directors, designers, and actors
  • Requires an audience to witness the performance
• What is the role of a playwright in theater?

  Writes the scripts
• What is required for a true theater act?

  An audience must witness it
• What should you acquire information on before performing in theater?

  Important periods and events in theater history
• What is the first question in the quiz about Greek and Roman theater arts?

  When did Greek and Roman theater arts start?
• What period did Romeo and Juliet originate from?

  Renaissance Period
• What defines a play with an unhappy ending?

  It is called a tragedy
• What characterizes a play with a humorous tone?

  It is called a comedy
• What was the first spotlight used in the U.S. during the Neoclassical Period called?

  Limelight
• What are the three main elements of ancient theater?

  Audience, orchestra, and skene
• Who wrote the tragedy Romeo and Juliet?

  William Shakespeare
• What types of drama were part of ancient Greek theater?

  Tragedy, Comedy, and Satyr play
• What does the word "tragedy" derive from?

  Greek words for "goat" and "song"
• Who is known as the "Father of Tragedy"?

  Thespis
• How did the number of actors change in Greek theater?

  Only three actors were allowed on stage
• What role did the chorus play in Greek theater?

  Played an active part in performances
• What were the themes of Roman theater plays?

  Chariot races, gladiators, and public executions
• What was the impact of Christianity on Roman theater?

  Christians opposed barbaric themes and closed theaters
• What was the role of minstrels during the Medieval era?

  Performed in markets and public places
• What type of plays did churches stage during the Medieval era?

  Biblical stories and events
• What characterized Renaissance theater arts?

  Return of Classical Greek and Roman arts
• What were morality plays about during the Renaissance?

  Protagonists met personifications of moral attributes
• Who was a prominent supporter of theater during the Renaissance?

  Queen Elizabeth I
• What was Gorboduc known for?

  First performed English play in 1561
• What was the role of professional players during the Renaissance?

  Performed seasonally in many places
• What replaced the performances of mystery and morality plays?

  Performances by professional players
• What are the main characteristics of ancient Greek theater?

  • Originated around 700 B.C.
  • Festivals honoring gods, especially Dionysus
  • Three types of drama: Tragedy, Comedy, Satyr play
  • Use of masks and chorus
  • Limited number of actors on stage
• What are the main elements of Roman theater?

  • Varied art forms including street theater and acrobatics
  • Influence from Greek theater
  • Popular themes: chariot races, gladiators, public executions
  • Allowed women to perform on stage
• What were the key developments in Medieval theater?

  • Minstrels performed in public despite church opposition
  • Churches staged biblical plays during Easter
  • Mystery plays evolved from religious festivals
• What characterized Renaissance theater arts?

  • Return to Classical Greek and Roman arts
  • Development of morality and mystery plays
  • Emergence of public theaters and professional players
• What type of entertainment consisted of pantomime, dancing, dialogue, and song?

  Masques
• Who was a prominent supporter of the theater during this period?

  Queen Elizabeth I
• What were the companies of players organized by?

  Aristocrats
• What did the tours of professional players gradually replace?

  Mystery and morality plays
• What was the first English play performed at the Christmas celebration in 1561?

  Gorboduc
• Who were the authors of Gorboduc?

  Thomas Norton and Thomas Sackville
• When was Gorboduc performed before Queen Elizabeth I?

  January 18, 1562