History of Theatre
Where does the theatre we know today originate from?
Ancient Greece.
What performance style did the Yoruba tribe develop?
Rhythmic dance called Bata.
Who wrote “Romeo and Juliet”?
William Shakespeare.
What celebration did the Incans perform during the winter solstice?
Inti Raymi.
What is the Japanese puppet theatre style called?
Bunraku.
What type of plays did Shakespeare write? (Name one.)
Tragedies or comedies.
What new style of theatre was created in the 1600s that involved singing the entire time?
Opera
What did Mayan and Aztec performances often focus on?
Nature, hunting, war, and other events.
What made Shakespeare’s plays unique during his time?
Better staging and costumes.