Unit 1- Roman Theatre

Year A

  • How did the Roman influence on theatre stunt the growth of the arts for centuries?

  • How has the religion been critical to the development of theatre over the years?

  • How has religion played parts in the subject matter of theatre?

  • How is the spoken emphasis of theatre different than today’s culture?

  • Why study early theatre?

Year B

  • How do the physical theatre structures function and evolve over time?

  • How can stage combat be used to show the violent nature of Roman popular Art and Seneca’s move towards violence on stage in a safe way?

  • Why study early theatre?

  • How are the roles of troupe members used today?

  • What other theatrical element influenced modern theatre?