The Concept and Characteristics of Classical, Renaissance and Modern Tragedies

Greek tragedy developed from rituals associated with the god Dionysus and remained religiously oriented throughout history. The tragedies were therefore, dramatic recreations of myths about conflict between generations as represented by gods heroes. characters wore their mythical legendary origins- except when Euripides stripped them glory they retained stature historical figures heroic age. Thus, tragic ideas playwrights include a conception based on religious views time period. Renaissance brought secularization arts, literature theatre. There was absolutely no connection theatre religion. It also individualization human being distinct society in general. In entire emphasis is laid upon action independent destiny responsibility individual bringing his ruin. keeping infinite capacities individual, Elizabethan particularly Shakespeare’s explore limits man’s this universe. Modern implies more than that which current. suggests disinterest past values forms past. With emergence Ibsen late Nineteenth Century came concept middle class growing out social problems issues. little man has gradually taken place illustrious presided over for many centuries. This paper examines relationship characteristics classical, modern periods. research methodology employed to dissect diversity periods under study. established Greeks present undergone metamorphosis definitions experience.