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Classical Greek drama originated from harvest dances that evolved into religious rituals performed by masked choruses. Theater served purposes of entertainment, religion, demonstrating loyalty to one's city-state, and honoring heroes. Plays were performed in outdoor theaters with a circular orchestra area for performances and a rectangular skene building for props and changing.
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- 1. Classical Greek Drama BACKGROUND INFORMATION
- 2. Four Reasons for Theater • Entertainment • Religion • Loyalty to your city-state • Honoring local heroes
- 3. Origins • Over the centuries, harvest dances developed into the dithyramb (dith-uh-ramb), a religious ritual performed by a chorus of men wearing masks.
- 4. The Theaters • Orchestra – Circular Dancing and Performance Area • Skene – Rectangular Prop and Changing Room for Actors