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This chapter discusses the origin and features of ancient Greek theatre, the qualities of Greek plays, and, more briefly, the traits of ancient Roman theatre.
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You should be familiar with the practices and impulses from which ancient Greek theatre originated, as well as how it developed up to the classical period. |
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You need to know the qualities of Greek theatre during the classical period. |
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You should be familiar with the configuration and features of Greek theatres and the elements of spectacle in the plays performed there. |
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You need be familiar with the three major Greek writers of tragedy and know the qualities and issues of Greek plays. |
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You should be acquainted with the components of and ideas surrounding Prometheus Bound and Oedipus Tyrannos. |
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You should have a general idea of the nature of Roman theatre and the qualities of its major playwrights. |