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by Bridgette Crist 9 min read

When did Queen Elizabeth ban plays?

Queen Elizabeth's ban in 1558 on plays-especially those dealing with politics or religion

How many people can be in an outdoor theater?

Outdoor theatres which operated during the summer and could accommodate up to 3,000 patrons

What statute was used against vagabonds and rogues?

if theatrical performers didn't belong to a guild or trade with a master or apprentice, they were viewed as masterless, and they were subject to prosecution due to a 1572 statute against vagabonds and rogues

What is required for a movie to be a movie?

It required sets, costumes, props, scripts, and a venue

What was the purpose of the noblemen's financial backing?

a small amount of financial backing from the noblemen to help partially cover the costs of production

Which theatre was the biggest influence on Roman theatre?

Greek theatre was the biggest influence on Roman theatre.

Why were Roman theatres small and simple?

Because Roman theatres were temporary until 55 B.C.E., they were small and simple.

Why was the following Chinese play one of the first known in the West?

The following Chinese play was one of the first known in the West because it was translated into French.

What is Zeami's important theoretical writings about?

Zeami's important theoretical writings about 'no' have been available to scholars for centuries, which is why we know so much about the form.

What did Roman actors wear?

Roman actors wore masks and wigs that covered the entire head and costumes were from Greek theatre.

Where was the revolving stage developed?

The revolving stage was developed in Japan.

Where did tragedies take place in Roman theatre?

In Roman theatre, comedies took place on a street and tragedies took place in a palace.