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Mythology Teacher

Eros and Psyche: Part 1

For Teachers 6th - 10th Standards
With Eros and Psyche, your learners will have the opportunity to combine the art of reader's theater with a study of the ancient Greek gods! This engaging reader's theater script will also serve as a fantastic way for your...
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: City Dionysia: The Theaters

For Students 9th - 10th
Three-part resource on Greek theater that includes an overview, a roll-over diagram that highlights and defines key architectural elements of ancient Greek theaters, and examples of the influence of ancient Greek architecture on...
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: City Dionysia: Four Ancient Greek Playwrights

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief summaries of the work produced by four leading ancient Greek dramatists: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes.
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Other

Ancient Greek Theatre: The Actors and the Chorus

For Students 9th - 10th
General information on Greek actors, costumes, masks, scenic appearances, and the chorus.
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TheatreHistory.com

Theatre history.com: Sophocles and His Tragedies

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a complete biography of Sophocles reprinted from a drama history book. Includes his innovations in ancient theater and his achievements as an artist.
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Other

Ancient Greek Theatre: Machines

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of three various machines used in ancient Greek theatre. Includes sketches and brief descriptions.
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: City Dionysia: Explore the Tragic Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
One-page summary of the principal elements and conventions of ancient Greek tragedy.
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Other

Theatre and Drama in Ancient Greece

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of how societal traditions developed into theater in Ancient Greece. Includes well-known playwrights and plays as well as links to comprehensive information within and outside of the site.