Structure of Greek Drama

Jan 18, 2013

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Prologue. Greek drama begins with the Prologue.The Prologue's purpose is to give background information to situate the conflict.. Parodos ? first ode. Choral song chanted by the chorus as they enter the area in front of the stage.. The Odes ? follows each scene. Serves to separate one scene from an

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Structure of Greek Drama

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Greek Drama

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