The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Mask All actors wore masks and the audience would recognise a king or a messenger immediately. This mask would have been used for a character in a tragedy. The actors would have to speak loudly to be heard.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: Theaters and Actors