medevial theatre

Fall of the Roman Empire - 6th century

Theatre Ban - ban by the church; used to erase pagan religions from Roman culture

The Visit to The Sepulcrum - Easter Play; Three Marys plan to annoint Jesus’ tomb; discover resurrection of Jesus

“Quem quaeris?” - "Whom do you seek?"; from the resurrection play; spoken by an angel

Reintroduction of Theatre - 10th century; understandable messages, even to the majoroty who do not understand Latin

Mystery Plays - based on miracles from the Bible

Cycle Plays - performed on wagons; based on the Bible

Miracle Plays - based on the lives of saints

Morality Plays - allegorical dramas; based on Christian values