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The purification or purgation of emotions—particularly pity and fear—through art.

The stage building which served as dressing rooms for actors and a backdrop for the action in Greek theater.

A plot device whereby a seemingly unsolvable problem is resolved by the sudden intervention of an unexpected event or character.

Regarded as the first actor in Greek theater, introducing the use of masks and a separate protagonist.

The character in conflict with the protagonist, often seen as the adversary or foil.

A hymn sung in honor of the god Dionysus, from which Greek tragedies are thought to have evolved.

A form of theater from Ancient Greece and Asia Minor, often based on human suffering that invokes an accompanying catharsis.

Used by actors in Greek theater to denote different characters or roles and to amplify their voices.

A wheeled platform rolled out of the skene to display the aftermath of events that happened offstage.

An ancient Athenian festival in honor of the god Dionysus where the first dramatic contests were held.

An ancient Greek playwright famous for his tragedies such as Oedipus Rex, and for adding a third actor on stage.

The circular space used by the chorus in front of the stage, literally meaning 'dancing space'.

The main character in a drama, around whom the plot is centered.

Aristotle's rules for drama derived from Greek theater: unity of action, unity of time, and unity of place.

A genre of ancient Greek theater characterized by its humorous or satirical tone, often dealing with social and political topics.

A group of performers who comment on the dramatic action, often speaking or singing in unison.

A crane-like device used in Greek theater to lift actors and simulate flight, especially for the portrayal of gods.

A playwright who added complex characters and elements of psychological drama to Greek theater.

An ancient Greek playwright known for adding a second actor to performances, thereby creating true dialogue.