'Greek chorus' presentation slideshows

Theatre Traditions: East and West

Theatre Traditions: East and West. Chapter 7 Cohen, THEATRE (Brief edition). Theatre exists in the present, but is deeply rooted in its past. Many plays seen today are revivals. Contemporary theatre artists are compared to their predecessors. Some ancient plays adapt to modern times.

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Oedipus Rex

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THE BIRDS

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Antigone

Antigone. By Sophocles. Guiding Questions. How does Greek drama compare to our modern theater? How do the themes in plays from other times and cultures relate to issues of today?. TSWBAT. Appreciate ancient Greek drama through study of a play by Sophocles

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CLASSICAL THEATRE

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The Theban Plays of Ancient Greece

The Theban Plays of Ancient Greece. History of Greek Theater. Greek drama began as part of seasonal festivals honoring Dionysus , the god of wine and fertility. Plays were usually produced in the spring, during the harvest, which was symbolic of renewal and rejuvenation.

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Ancient Greek Tragedy Notes

Ancient Greek Tragedy Notes. Sophocles ( 495-405 B.C). At 28, he won first prize in the City Dionysia --a festival held every year at the Theatre of Dionysus in which new plays were presented, defeating another famous Greek playwright, Aeschylus.

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History of the Theatre

History of the Theatre. The Origins of Western Drama. Greek Drama. Western drama began to develop in sixth century Greece as part of the worship of Dionysus, Greek god of wine and fertility. First theatre consisted of a group of chanters, called the chorus, dancing around a sacrificial goat.

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History of the Theatre

History of the Theatre. Greek, Roman, and Medieval Drama. http://youtu.be/vNAM3PzGcow. Greek Drama. Western drama began to develop in the 6 th century to worship the god Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility. The first theatre consisted of a group of chanters

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Introduction To Greek Theatre and Tragedy

Introduction To Greek Theatre and Tragedy. Genre: Greek Tragedy.

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History of the Theatre

History of the Theatre. Greek, Roman, and Medieval Drama. http://youtu.be/vNAM3PzGcow. Greek Drama. Western drama began to develop in the 6 th century to worship the god Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility. The first theatre consisted of a group of chanters

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Background on Greek Drama and Antigone by Sophocles

Background on Greek Drama and Antigone by Sophocles. Sophocles and Greek Drama. How was Greek drama born? It developed from ancient rituals honoring Dionysus (The god of Wine and Fertility). The celebrations became a yearly occurrence held in Athens. Stage performances/contests.

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Greek Theatre History

Greek Theatre History. 550 B.C. Where is the country of Greece?. Who was Dionysus ???. The God of wine, partying, and fertility. Dithyrambs were hymns in his honor. There were 3 types of Greek plays:. Comedy Tragedy Satire ???. (Plays that made fun of the government).

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Daily Announcements

Daily Announcements. March 1, 2013. Student Activities & Athletics. Prom 2013.

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ANTIGONE WEBQUEST

ANTIGONE WEBQUEST. An Introduction to Greek Tragedy. Antigone. Sophocles. Oedipus. Greek Actors. Wore masks made from stiffened linen with holes for eyes and mouth Some masks had two sides to show different moods for different scenes Wore wigs

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Thornton Wilder

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Aeschylus & The Oresteia

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A Ballad

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