Ancient Greek Theater Masks for Girls And Boys To Color

Description of Coloring Page:  Greek female masks, long locks, curls, laurels, cut out eye holes to see, cut out mouth hole to breath, wear to a play, parade, party or in a theater, 2 mask versions

The ancient Greek drama was a theatrical culture that flourished in ancient Greece from c. 700 BC. The city-state of Athens, which became a significant cultural, political, and military power during this period, was its center, where it was institutionalized as part of a festival called the Dionysia, which honored the god Dionysus. Tragedy (late 500 BC), comedy (490 BC), and the satyr play were the three dramatic genres to emerge there. Athens exported the festival to its numerous colonies and allies in order to promote a common cultural identity. Only men were allowed to play female parts. Read more...

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