Oedipus & Greek Theatre Exam Study Guide 2024 with complete solution

Oedipus & Greek Theatre Exam Study Guide 2024 with complete solution Anagnorisis - Recognition - When the protagonist recognizes the truth of the situation, or comes to some realization about himself Peripeteia - The reversal - When the opposite takes place of what was planned or hoped by the protagonist Hubris - Pride/arrogance - Often Tragic flaw among greeks Tragic Hero - Of high rank (Aristocratic and powerful) - Is human - not overly virtuous or evil - Accessible to the audience - Has a tragic flaw - Brings about his own downfall Hamartia Failure of his nature (Tragic flaw) Proscenium - Part of a theater stage in front of the curtain (Skene) - Raised stage - Where the action takes place Tragedy - Protagonist is involved in a morally significant struggle which results in ruin - Aim is to bring about catharsis - Includes 6 elements Chorus - 12-15 members - Only men - Wore costumes - Give advice, opinions, questions - "Ideal Spectator" reacts to the action - Established social framework - Sets mood, heightens dramatic effect - Provides spectacle (song and dance) - Encourages audience to reflect on events Pantheism Identifying Gods with the phenomena of nature Dionysus - Son of Zeus and Semele - Greek God of Fertility, Wine, and Revelry - Raised by Satyrs - Festivals to Honor Him (orgies, drinking, cannibalism) - Theatre in his name Catharsis