History of the Stage
This page summarizes and analyzes the vital moments throughout the history of drama. Inspect the roots and branches of the performing arts. Discover how the past has shaped present day plays.
Overview of Greek Theater
N.S. Gill, your Guide to Ancient History, provides a thorough analysis of Greek theater, detailing the roots of the dramatic arts. Explore the greatest playwrights of the ancient world. Discover the origin of both tragedy and comedy.
N.S. Gill, your Guide to Ancient History, provides a thorough analysis of Greek theater, detailing the roots of the dramatic arts. Explore the greatest playwrights of the ancient world. Discover the origin of both tragedy and comedy.
Shakespeare's Lifetime
An annotated summary of the key events surrounding Shakespeare's life and work.
An annotated summary of the key events surrounding Shakespeare's life and work.
Medieval Drama
Sure, it may be called the Dark Ages, but the Medieval period also had its lighter side, theatrically speaking. Here users can find resources to mumming, miracle and mystery plays from early European theater.
Sure, it may be called the Dark Ages, but the Medieval period also had its lighter side, theatrically speaking. Here users can find resources to mumming, miracle and mystery plays from early European theater.
Commedia Dell'Arte: The Italian Comedy
A delightfully silly theatrical style developed in 16th century Italy.
A delightfully silly theatrical style developed in 16th century Italy.
PBS: The American Musical
Based off of the PBS documentary, this supplemental website offers lots of resources for students, teachers, and fans of Broadway's past and present.
Based off of the PBS documentary, this supplemental website offers lots of resources for students, teachers, and fans of Broadway's past and present.