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Parts of the Theater
Playwrights and Actors
100
In Greek times this was the name of the entire Theater structure.
What is a Theatron?
100
A group of actors, sometimes wearing masks, who speak in unison.
What is a chorus?
200
The route by which actors enter the stage.
What are Parados?
200
The Greek god of wine, frolicking and entertainment to which the Greeks dedicated most performances.
Who is Dionysus?
300
The part of the stage where the Chorus sang and danced which served as the main playing area.
What is the Orchestra?
300
Another name for an actor in Greek times.
What is a Thespian?
400
A building which housed Actors at the rear of the playing area which served as a backdrop to the performance.
What is a Skene?
400
The most famous Greek playwright who wrote Oedipus Rex.
Who is Sophocles?
500
An area below the seats from which crowds can enter and exit quickly.
What is a Vomitorium?
500
The two types of theatrical performances in Greek theatre.
What is Tragedy and Comedy?