Greek Plays

Prose dialogue

Verse drama

Silent mime

Improvisational dialogue

To present the final scene

To introduce the actors

To present background information and describe the conflict

To thank the audience

The main character

A group of performers who speak and move together

The audience members

The narrator of the play

The final scene

A song performed by the chorus

The first scene following the parados

A dance performed by the actors

Additional songs presented at the end of each scene

The opening song of the play

The name of the Greek god honored by the plays

The final scene of the play

A comedy play that ends with a happy resolution.

A serious play recounting related events in the life of a renowned and prosperous person who experiences a downfall.

A historical account of wars and victories.

A mythological story with a focus on heroic deeds.

The antagonist.

The tragic hero or protagonist.

A supporting character with a minor flaw.

A comedic relief character.

A magical curse.

Innate character weakness or a simple mistake.

The will of the gods.

The actions of the antagonist.

Provides comic relief to the audience.

Helps the protagonist achieve their goals.

Is in conflict with the protagonist and contributes to their downfall.

Guides the protagonist to make the right decisions.

When the audience knows less than the characters on stage.

When the characters on stage are aware of their own fate.

A contradiction between what a character thinks and what the audience knows to be true.

The use of irony to create comedic situations.