Greece, Athens - Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus

The transcript discusses the City Dionysia festival in Athens, which honored the god Dionysus with performances of songs and plays. It highlights the development of ancient Greek drama, including tragedy, comedy, and satire, and its cultural significance. The Theatre of Dionysus, a major historical site, is described in detail, including its architecture and role in Greek theater. The transcript also covers the excavation history of the theater and the early development of theater structures and performance practices in ancient Greece.

Which festival in Athens was dedicated to honoring Dionysus?

• Olympia

• City Dionysia

• Panathenaia

• Nemea

What were the three dramatic genres that emerged in ancient Athens?

• Epic, Lyric, and Drama

• Tragedy, Comedy, and Satire

• Tragedy, Epic, and Lyric

• Comedy, Satire, and Epic

What was the seating capacity of the Theatre of Dionysus in Athens?

• 20,000 people

• 17,000 people

• 15,000 people

• 10,000 people

Where was the Theatre of Dionysus located in relation to the Acropolis?

• North slope

• East slope

• South slope

• West slope

What was the purpose of the 'skene' in the early Greek theater?

• To provide seating for the audience

• To house the musicians

• To serve as a backdrop for scenery

• To store costumes and props