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1.Originally, there were only two kinds of plays: comedies and tragedies. Think about the evolution of genres. How does more specific labeling of genres help audiences? How does it help playwrights?
2.Vernell wants to write a play for class that’s similar to the great old Greek tragedies, but her peer review group believes she’s written more of a drama than a tragedy. What might Vernell be confusing about the two? How is drama different than tragedy? How is it similar?
3.Many of the oldest tragedies are still being performed, but the oldest comedies have been mainly lost. Why do you think tragedies might stand the test of time better than comedies?
4. There are many different styles and genres of stage plays, but the musical has been considered the most popular for years. It sells more tickets on Broadway, and musicals are the most likely genre to be performed in community theaters as well as in schools. What is it about the musical that helps it appeal to audiences?
5.Tyrone found drama somewhat bland until he discovered experimental theater. He embraces the idea and decides to write a piece of experimental theater. What should he know before he attempts to write in this genre? How is experimental theater different than traditional theater?