"Theatre is my sport" actors' Notebook

The perfect gift for actors, theatre kids, and anyone else involved in this magical world. The theatre is a team sport, and it's actually one of the toughest ones! Plus, you get to exercise your brain and your imagination as well! You may edit the text. When people think of theatre, these masks are probably one of the most well-known symbols that comes to mind with many interpretations that go beyond just the comedy and tragedy, happy and sad meaning. The comedy and tragedy symbol dates back to Greek Mythology and has been the central representation of the creative arts for decades. This includes theatre, film, and television. If we go back to Ancient Greece, it is said these masks were used in early plays to represent the emotions the characters were feeling. It was easier for audience members who were sitting far away from the stage to see the masks and the emotions they were portraying. People often think these masks were just a symbol or design created by early thespians, but it actually started out as a tangible mask that was worn. It was considered a costume piece and then made itself more present until it became well known and a worldwide symbol. The two masks associated with drama represent the traditional generic division between comedy and tragedy. They are symbols of the ancient Greek Muses, Thalia and Melpomene. Source: www.onstageblog.com