Choryphaeus
The choryphaeus was the chorus leader in ancient Greek tragedy. Modern screenplays consist of dialogues among individuals. Ancient tragedy began as a conversation between a single actor and a chorus. A second and third actor were added -- eventually.
Related Resources
• Greek and Latin Prosody• Dochmiacs
• Iambic Trimeter
• Anapests
• Tragedy: Setting the Stage
• Terminology for Drama (especially tragedy)
• Other Features on Drama
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