The Greeks pretty much invented the theatre. Thousands of people packed the hillside arena of ancient Athens ... way they looked by wearing masks, wigs and padded costumes. The chorus, standing ...

Alan Hughes presents a new complete account of production methods in Greek comedy. The book summarises contemporary research and disputes, on such topics as acting techniques, theatre buildings, masks ...

The earliest origins of drama are to be found in Athens where ancient hymns ... processions in which participants would dress up in costumes and masks. Eventually, certain members of the chorus ...

The earliest origins of drama are to be found in Athens where ancient hymns ... processions in which participants would dress up in costumes and masks. Eventually, certain members of the chorus ...