Greek Theatre A little theatre history…. The Founding Greeks A introduction to their influence on Theatre.

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Greek Theatre A little theatre history…

The Founding Greeks A introduction to their influence on Theatre

Greek Tragedy Oedipus Rex…

Greek Comedy Known for great structure and poetry Because Greek does not translate well the rhythm is lost and the comedic punch doesnt really punch

Aristophanes Only ones in existence from the 5th century Known for satires of Grecian society, politics and literature Birds, Frogs, and Clouds are his most famous Written about 40 plays

Menander Wrote over 100 plays The Grouch is the only complete work still existing Held in very high regard Influenced Roman writers who influenced European then American writers

Satyr Plays Comic relief Presented at the end of tragedies Farcical treatment of –Greek gods –Heroes Satyrs were companions to Dionysus and said to be half man and half beast –Cyclops –The Trackers

Its all Greek to Me! Greek plays are universal Conflicts mostly of man against fate or man against man Characters are forerunners to our tragic protagonists Heroic proportions…Oedipus, Orestes, Antigone, and Madea imperfect, and volatile…they make things happen no matter the consequences It is thought the Greeks sung their speeches instead of just saying them