mini tragedy and greek masks small group project
TRANSCRIPT
MINI TRAGEDY AND GREEK MASKS
Small group project
PRODUCT
Write a brief play including ALL characters from
your acting company and the elements of tragedy.
Write one script. I will make copies for the acting
company.
Perform the play using the masks.
See the rubric for guidelines.
ELEMENTS OF GREEK TRAGEDY
Include several of the following:• A tragic hero• A tragic flaw/s• Death or ruin of the tragic hero• Complications• Conflict• Intervention from the gods• Fate
PROCESS
Work together to create the dialogue and plot for
the mini tragedy.
Assign props, costumes, set pieces.
Rehearse your play out loud.
Be ready on the performance dates.
The play should have a beginning, middle and an
end. It should make sense.
FOLLOW UP
*What elements of Greek theater did this company include?
*What was (the main character's) tragic flaw?
*Can we still find elements of Greek tragedy in our world today?
Provide an example.
*As a performer, what challenges did you face wearing a mask?
*As an audience member, what challenges did the masks
present?