Roman Comedies Flashcards
1
Q
Why were masks used?
A
meant actors could play multiple roles
people could easily tell who was who
amplified their voices - better for people at the back
2
Q
how many people could the largest theatre in Pompeii hold?
A
5000
3
Q
Why was the lack of ceiling good?
A
solved problem of lighting
4
Q
why would people go to the theatre?
A
mocked the upperclass so popular with the lower classes
free
suggestive scenes and slapstick humour
‘big crowd’ atmosphere
5
Q
how were the audience protected from the heat?
A
huge awning provided shade
during intervals audience were sometimes sprayed with scented water
