Greek Drama origins and Festivals Flashcards
1
Q
When did Greek Drama start?
A
Late 6th Century BC.
2
Q
Drama means?
A
To do (an action)/ to Act
3
Q
Tragos means?
A
Goat
4
Q
Tragodia means?
A
Goat song
5
Q
Tragedy started as?
A
Sacrificing the best goat before a chorus/religious performance.
6
Q
Great Dionysia?
A
4 days (Athens). Dionysus image in boat brought to theatre. Goat sacrifices on altar (eleos). Dithyrambs (songs) performed by chorus. Trumps to Dionysus. People made offerings. Lots of masks. Theatre + singing contests. Winner got ivy wreath.
7
Q
Panathenea
A
Procession to Parthenon. Big sacrifices to Athena. Big dress made for her. Dressed statue. Big banquet on final night (pannychtis). Music comps, poetry, athletics + horse events.
