Introduction to Greek theatre

Learning Objective: To identify elements of Greek Theatre and its history.

(AO2)

DO NOW :
Stand in a circle and you
will take part in
Pass the Rhythm !
 SUCCESS CRITERIA

LEVEL 2 - My performance demonstrates sound

understanding of style, genre, and theatrical conventions.

LEVEL 3- My Characterisation is well developed and

shows a range of mood and emotions.

LEVEL 4- My performance is secure and shows sustained

protagonist and antagonist characters throughout using
physical control, gesture, stillness and stance.
 ANCIENT GREEK FESTIVAL
Learning Objective: To identify elements of Greek Theatre and its history. (AO2)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSRLK7SogvE
ANCIENT GREEK FESTIVAL
 LEARNING DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY !

 Now in groups of four create 3 still images showing your understanding of

Greek theatre so far ! ( Miss Brown will choose your groups).

 When moving from image to image remain in character and apply

movement and sound.

Think about:

 How the actors performed together as a group in unison.

 The types of gestures used.
 How they used their bodies to tell their story
 GREEK ACTORS

 What is a protagonist?

 What is an antagonist?
GREEK ACTORS
 LEARNING DEVELOPMENT TASK!

 Create an improvised scene using movement and

mime demonstrating your understanding of what a
protagonist and antagonist is, in a piece of theatre.

 In your groups for your next task you will apply the
elements of Greek theatre using a protagonist and
antagonist within a scene.
 Create an improvised scene of theatre showing a
clear protagonist and antagonist.
 ALL actors in the scene must narrate the action.
( THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX REGUARDING HOW
NARRATION IS USED IN YOUR SCENE !!! )
 SUCCESS CRITERIA

LEVEL 2 - My performance demonstrates sound

understanding of style, genre, and theatrical conventions.

LEVEL 3- My Characterisation is well developed and

shows a range of mood and emotions.

LEVEL 4- My performance is secure and shows sustained

protagonist and antagonist characters throughout using
physical control, gesture, stillness and stance.
 LEARNING REVIEW

 What is a protagonist and antagonist?

 How effective was the use of narration in

your piece of theatre?

 Why is Greek theatre important ? and can

you identify any similarities used in today’s
arts and culture compared to Greek theatre.
 LEARNING REVIEW
Similarities and Differences
LEARNING REVIEW COMPARE AND
CONTRAST