Greek Theatre

Dionysus and the entertainment theatre

during the time of Greek theatre, plays were performed in order to worship the god Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility and of course theatre. further, the plays were a form of entertainment for the civilisation and quickly became a significant part of their life. due to the growth in love for Greek theatre playwrights such as Euripides and Sophocles to gain notoriety as they created more and more plays, mainly tragedies and comedies.

A Greek amphitheater is a remarkable architectural structure designed primarily for theatrical performances and public gatherings. The seating area, known as the theatron, is typically built into a hillside, allowing for excellent acoustics and visibility. in front of the theatron lies the orchestra, a circular or semi-circular space where the chorus performs and where significant action takes place. This area often features a thymele, or altar, at its center, which is important for ritualistic purposes. Behind the orchestra is the skene, a building that serves as a backdrop for the plays and provides a backstage area for actors to change costumes and store props. The skene typically has doors for actors' entrances and exits, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the performances. Additionally, there are two pathways called parodoi on either side of the amphitheatre that allow the chorus and some actors to enter and exit the orchestra. The materials used in the construction were often local stone, ensuring durability and the possibility for intricate designs

during lessons, as a class, we acted as a Greek chorus in order to develop a better understanding of the way in which the actors performed. Furthermore we researched myths and legends that were common around the time of the ancient Greeks. I researched into the character of Cupid, the Greek god of love. my research can be seen below: