What's More Classical Than Musical Theater? with Becky Pollyea | Ep 5
Common Knowledge2 Joulu 2024

What's More Classical Than Musical Theater? with Becky Pollyea | Ep 5

In this episode, we explore the deep classical roots of musical theater, an art form widely recognized for its collaborative nature. While today’s Broadway musicals might seem like a modern invention, they owe much to the traditions of ancient Greece, where music, poetry, dance, and dramatic storytelling first came together in public performances.


We’ll delve into the historical origins of musical theater, beginning with the grand theatrical festivals of Athens, where playwrights competed to create the best combination of music, drama, and spectacle. We’ll also discuss how many theatrical conventions—like the chorus, special effects, and the orchestra—find their roots in Greek theater and how these ancient practices continue to influence the musicals we know and love today.


About Becky Pollyea

Becky is a music and theater instructor at Liberty Common School where she directs the junior-high and high-school theatrical productions. Her career in theater education spans three decades, and her focus has been on facilitating transformational learning experiences for young people through the performing arts.

Connect with Liberty Common School

Liberty Common School Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.libertycommon.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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