The Convention of Spanish Theater

Write a one-page essay on the following topic:

Describe the convention of the Spanish Theater.

Describe the convention in terms of:

1. What types (forms) of play genre?
i.e.: Autos Sacramentales, Comedia (tragic comedy), zarzuela (musical Comedy), Operas.

2. Who perform, produce, and organize the plays?
i.e.: Most popular author Calderon de la Barca.

3. Where does it take a place?
i.e.: Building of the Corrales. Stage with “aposeutos” windows for anstocratic ladies, balcony for “cosuela” women, and front seating for men.

4. When does it occur?
i.e.: Nearly everyday. Early afternoon. Except Autos Sacramentales occurs once a year.

5. Role (style) of the theater?
i.e.: Describe the customs (expensive or not), furniture, decorations, and actions.