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What is the earliest reference to a performance in any way close to drama?
What is the earliest reference to a performance in any way close to drama?
Egypt in circa 2000 or 3000 B.C.
What was the purpose of performing plays in ancient Greece?
What was the purpose of performing plays in ancient Greece?
To honour Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility.
Who is credited with adding an actor who talked with the leader in Greek drama?
Who is credited with adding an actor who talked with the leader in Greek drama?
Thespis
What significant addition did Sophocles make to Greek drama?
What significant addition did Sophocles make to Greek drama?
Which form of drama was derived from the Greek words Tragos and Oide?
Which form of drama was derived from the Greek words Tragos and Oide?
Who is known for adding a prologue and using masks in Greek drama?
Who is known for adding a prologue and using masks in Greek drama?