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In English / High School | 2014-11-28

What is the primary difference between present-day theatre and Ancient Greek theatre?

A. Present-day theatre uses costumes that represent reality, while Ancient Greek theatre had only robes.
B. Present-day theatre is enclosed in indoor auditoriums, while Greek theatre was outdoors.
C. Present-day theatre is for entertainment, while Greek theatre was in honor of the gods.
D. Present-day theatre operates year-round in many cities, while Ancient Greek plays were produced only a few days of the year.

Asked by Shameka510

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Also, Greek used tragedies a lot in their plays and they would make plays of making fun of the government. I just learned this 2 weeks ago, so yeah.

Answered by chocolateforlife | 2024-06-10

The primary difference is that B. Ancient Greek theatre was conducted outdoors while modern theatre is indoors.
Present-day theatre is enclosed in indoor auditoriums, while Greek theatre is outdoors. Ancient Greek theatres were large, outdoor structures that utilized natural lighting and were often built in connection with religious festivals to honor deities, especially Dionysus. In contrast, modern theatres are predominantly enclosed, indoor auditoriums designed to provide controlled environments for performances year-round.
This transition from outdoor to indoor spaces signifies a shift not only in the architecture but also in the audience's experience and the nature of performances. Furthermore, Greek theatre was tied to religious festivals, whereas modern theatre operates year-round in many cities in controlled environments

Answered by AliciaAugello | 2024-06-25

The main difference between present-day theatre and Ancient Greek theatre is that modern theatre is primarily performed indoors, while Greek theatre was traditionally held outdoors. Additionally, contemporary theatre operates year-round in various locations compared to the limited seasonal festivals of Ancient Greece. Therefore, the correct answer is B.
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Answered by AliciaAugello | 2024-09-04