New Directions in understanding the Ancient Stage: Space, Masks, Movement and Music

In this illustrated talk Professor Peter Meineck will outline the new research findings which are changing the way we think about the ancient stage. He will also demonstrate how he has combined research from the fields of cognitive theory, the affective sciences and neuroscience with classical studies to understand more about how the ancient Greek theatre was so successful at communicating emotions and generating empathy.

Peter Meinick specializes in ancient performance, cognitive theory, Greek literature and culture and humanities public programming. He teaches ancient drama, ancient theatre production, classical literature and mythology, ancient war and society, global literature, theatre history, Shakespeare, cognitive theory as applied to ancient studies and drama, dramaturgy, directing, acting, arts administration, and applied theatre. 

This event is free and open to the public!