because they wanted people to really guess their emotion and not just guess the wrong thing
the dithyramb, props and masks, the skene, and written scripts
Actors wore terra cotta masks with exaggerated expressions on stage.
The difference between modern day theatre and ancient Greek theater is that in ancient Greece only boys could act in the shows. The stages were tilted instead of the chairs for the audience and they used big two sided masks made of rock.
Men played womens roles in greek theatre and, all of the men wore masks, women hardly came out of the house let alone do a play in the theatre.
i think so
They were used in the greek theatres when a play was on.
I remember masks were used pretty heavily in Greek theater , and several productions call for masks such as The Phantom of the Opera.
The two masks represent comedy and tragedy. They are symbols of ancient Greek muses; Thalia, the muse of comedy and Melpomene, the muse of tragedy.
The masks are comedy and tragedy.
Where the acting is realistic enough to be understood by the audience, but where the emotions and gestures of the actors are exaggerated. Like in Ancient Greek Theatre.
They were used to show emotion of the character so the audience from far away could tell what was going on.
In japan its called Kabuki Also, Greek theatre uses masks (see Related Question below).
Masks are generally exaggerated because they were once used in Japanese Kabuki theatre. The masks were used in theatre to display the emotions of the characters.
the dithyramb, props and masks, the skene, and written scripts
There are several similarities between medieval and Greek theater: Performance space: Both medieval and Greek theater were performed in outdoor amphitheaters. The Greek theater was typically built into hillsides, while medieval theaters were often erected in the courtyards of castles or churches. Chorus: Both forms of theater made use of a chorus, a group of performers who sang and danced in unison and provided commentary on the action of the play. Masks: Both Greek and medieval theater made use of masks to signify different characters and emotions. Religious themes: Both forms of theater often incorporated religious themes and motifs into their plays. Greek theater frequently explored the relationship between mortals and the gods, while medieval theater often focused on biblical stories. Spectacle: Both forms of theater made use of spectacle to entertain audiences. Greek theater often featured elaborate costumes and set pieces, while medieval theater employed pageantry, processions, and special effects to create a sense of wonder. Overall, while there are many differences between these two forms of theater, there are also several key similarities that connect them.
Actors wore terra cotta masks with exaggerated expressions on stage.
The masks are comedy and tragedy.