1. Greek Theatre

• Amphiteatre = open-air venue used for entertainment, performances, and sports.
• Chorus = group of singers and dancers who performed alongside the actors.
• Masks = worn by performers to help them convey the emotions of their characters.
• Props were used to help the actors bring the story to life.
• Music = important part of Greek theatre, ued to create atmosphere and to help the actors express their emotions.
• PURPOSE OF GREEK CHORUS

  • provide background information
  • help audience understand what was going on
• The greek chorus...

  • commented on themes
  • expressed what the main characters couldn’t say (like secrets, thoughts, and fears)
  • provided other characters with information and insights.
• Because Greek theatres were so large, the members of the chorus had to work hard to look and sound like one person.
• Typically greek chorus consisted of 12 - 50 players.
• CHORUS CHARACTERISTICS

  • clear dictation
  • exagerated gestures
• Examples of modern greek chorus:

  • Delta New girls in Legally Blonde
  • Alfieri in A View From The Bridge
• GENRES

  • Comedy
  • Tragedy
  • Satyr