Theatre genres include comedy, drama, monologue, musical, opera, romance, and thriller. The document lists common theatre genres in a single paragraph without further details or descriptions. The genres are separated by line breaks.
Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love at a masquerade ball, but their families are embroiled in a long-standing feud. They marry secretly with the help of Friar Laurence, but after Romeo kills Juliet's cousin, he is banished from Verona. Unaware of a plan to fake her death, Romeo finds Juliet apparently dead and kills himself. When Juliet awakens and finds Romeo dead, she also takes her own life, ending the feud.
A great overview of theatre styles citing origins, pictures, key characteristics and aims of style. Lot of work but worth it. Don't claim it as your own or you're dead meat!!
The history of theatre spans over 2500 years, originating in ancient Greece in the 6th century BC with competitions for tragedies. Some of the earliest and most influential playwrights include Euripides, Aristophanes, and William Shakespeare. Theatre evolved through various cultures, with traditions developing in Rome, China, Japan, and across Europe. Significant milestones include the first stone theatre built in Athens around 300 BC, the emergence of mystery play cycles in Europe in the 1300s, the first public theatre opening in England in 1567, and the construction of The Globe theatre in London where many of Shakespeare's plays premiered in 1598. Theatre continued advancing with innovations like gas lighting in 1817, electric lights in 1881, and
The document discusses various genres of theatre and their characteristics. It begins by defining genre and explaining how artists can portray themes in different genres. It then examines specific genres including Greek tragedy, comedy and satyr plays. Other genres discussed include Shakespearean comedy and history plays. The six most common modern genres - comedy, farce, drama, tragedy, melodrama and tragicomedy - are also outlined with descriptions and examples. Subgenres like high comedy, low comedy, and physical comedy are explored in more depth.
Applied drama and theatre can serve several purposes beyond just entertainment. Some key genres discussed include:
1. Drama in Education which uses drama as a tool for learning other subjects and integrating learning in a holistic way.
2. Theatre for Development which uses participatory theatre techniques to address social issues, spark dialogue, and find solutions to community problems.
3. Theatre for Healing such as psychodrama, drama therapy, and hospital clowning which employ improvisational theatre to help individuals process traumatic experiences and improve mental and physical well-being.
Theatre is a collaborative art form that involves live performers presenting an experience to an audience. Some key elements of theatre include the performers, the audience, a director, the theatre space, and a text or script. Theatre has developed over thousands of years, originating from Greek festivals and continuing to evolve with Roman, medieval, and modern forms and traditions.
This document defines and describes various genres of drama, including tragedy, comedy, melodrama, and tragicomedy. It notes that tragedy typically involves serious themes and unhappy endings, while comedy is light in tone with happy endings. Specific forms of comedy discussed include farce, burlesque, satire, comedy of manners, and comedy of ideas. The document also explores heroic drama, domestic drama, and the theatre of the absurd genre.
Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love at a masquerade ball, but their families are embroiled in a long-standing feud. They marry secretly with the help of Friar Laurence, but after Romeo kills Juliet's cousin, he is banished from Verona. Unaware of a plan to fake her death, Romeo finds Juliet apparently dead and kills himself. When Juliet awakens and finds Romeo dead, she also takes her own life, ending the feud.
A great overview of theatre styles citing origins, pictures, key characteristics and aims of style. Lot of work but worth it. Don't claim it as your own or you're dead meat!!
The history of theatre spans over 2500 years, originating in ancient Greece in the 6th century BC with competitions for tragedies. Some of the earliest and most influential playwrights include Euripides, Aristophanes, and William Shakespeare. Theatre evolved through various cultures, with traditions developing in Rome, China, Japan, and across Europe. Significant milestones include the first stone theatre built in Athens around 300 BC, the emergence of mystery play cycles in Europe in the 1300s, the first public theatre opening in England in 1567, and the construction of The Globe theatre in London where many of Shakespeare's plays premiered in 1598. Theatre continued advancing with innovations like gas lighting in 1817, electric lights in 1881, and
The document discusses various genres of theatre and their characteristics. It begins by defining genre and explaining how artists can portray themes in different genres. It then examines specific genres including Greek tragedy, comedy and satyr plays. Other genres discussed include Shakespearean comedy and history plays. The six most common modern genres - comedy, farce, drama, tragedy, melodrama and tragicomedy - are also outlined with descriptions and examples. Subgenres like high comedy, low comedy, and physical comedy are explored in more depth.
Applied drama and theatre can serve several purposes beyond just entertainment. Some key genres discussed include:
1. Drama in Education which uses drama as a tool for learning other subjects and integrating learning in a holistic way.
2. Theatre for Development which uses participatory theatre techniques to address social issues, spark dialogue, and find solutions to community problems.
3. Theatre for Healing such as psychodrama, drama therapy, and hospital clowning which employ improvisational theatre to help individuals process traumatic experiences and improve mental and physical well-being.
Theatre is a collaborative art form that involves live performers presenting an experience to an audience. Some key elements of theatre include the performers, the audience, a director, the theatre space, and a text or script. Theatre has developed over thousands of years, originating from Greek festivals and continuing to evolve with Roman, medieval, and modern forms and traditions.
This document defines and describes various genres of drama, including tragedy, comedy, melodrama, and tragicomedy. It notes that tragedy typically involves serious themes and unhappy endings, while comedy is light in tone with happy endings. Specific forms of comedy discussed include farce, burlesque, satire, comedy of manners, and comedy of ideas. The document also explores heroic drama, domestic drama, and the theatre of the absurd genre.
This document discusses community theatre, its context and ideology. It defines community and explores different approaches to community theatre, including the travelling theatre approach, outside team workers approach, and participatory approach. The participatory approach is considered the most meaningful as it fully involves the community. The document also examines the Kamiriithu Community Education and Cultural Centre project in Kenya in the 1970s as an example of the participatory approach. The project was initially very successful in attracting audiences and raising awareness, though it was eventually banned by the Kenyan government.
19th Century Art in Europe and the US: PART 1smolinskiel
Romanticism was a dominant movement in 19th century art in Europe and the United States. It focused on emotion, imagination, and individuality over rational thought. Key Romantic artists included Goya, Gericault, and Delacroix who depicted dramatic subjects and political themes. Romantic architecture revived past styles like Gothic and incorporated new technologies like iron. The development of photography also influenced painting during this period.
This document provides an overview of 19th century theatrical drama and focuses on Henrik Ibsen's play "The Wild Duck". It discusses the historical context of 19th century drama, including the rise of realism and naturalism. It then summarizes the plot of "The Wild Duck", describing the main characters and symbols like the title character, the wild duck. Ibsen used techniques like irony and foreshadowing to explore themes of illusion versus reality and the value that illusions can provide people.
This document defines and provides examples of different literary genres, including fiction and non-fiction. It discusses sub-genres such as biographies, autobiographies, historical fiction, realistic fiction, science fiction, mystery, fantasy, fairy tales, fables, myths, and modern fantasy. Examples are provided for each genre and sub-genre to illustrate the types of stories that fall into each category. Readers are prompted to consider which genres describe their favorite stories.
21st Century Literary Genres by Calle Friesendarinjohn2
Calle Friesen is a reading/literacy specialist at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa. In addition, she is the program coordinator of the Masters in Reading program at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.
The document discusses the key elements in developing a dramatic work, including selecting a subject, determining focus and purpose, and establishing dramatic structure and characters. It describes two common plot structures - climactic and episodic - and notes climactic plots begin near the climax while episodic plots unfold over a longer period with multiple subplots. Additionally, it outlines different types of dramatic characters like protagonists, antagonists, and stock characters.
The film Pulp Fiction, directed by Quentin Tarantino, consists of several nonlinear storylines involving criminals in Los Angeles. It follows two hitmen, Vincent and Jules, who are hired muscle for a crime boss. Vincent is assigned to take the boss's wife Mia out for the evening but she overdoses on heroin after mistaking it for cocaine. Vincent and drug dealer Lance revive her with an adrenaline shot. The film cuts between this storyline and others involving a boxer who agrees to take a dive for the crime boss. Tarantino's signature style features graphic violence, pop culture references, and unconventional narrative structures.
Greek theater originated from religious festivals honoring Dionysus. Performances included tragic dramas by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, as well as comedies by Aristophanes. Theater was an integral part of Greek culture and performed in amphitheaters with the audience seated on rising tiers around the orchestra. Aristotle's Poetics analyzed Greek dramatic structure, while Roman theater borrowed from Greek traditions and incorporated performances into their own religious festivals.
The document provides an overview of Renaissance theater in Europe between the 14th and 17th centuries. It discusses the rise of theater during this period in Italy, England, Spain, and France. In Italy, commedia dell'arte emerged as a popular improvised comedy form, and the rules of neoclassical drama were developed. In England, playwrights like Christopher Marlowe and William Shakespeare advanced dramatic writing, performing plays in new public theaters in London. Theater flourished but was outlawed in 1642, marking the end of the English Renaissance period.
Ch. 2 and Ch. 3 (7th Edition) ch. 2 (8th Edition) -- The Audiencegoldberl
The document discusses the relationship between theatre and other forms of entertainment. It states that theatre is used as a metaphor for life and that TV shows, films, and other genres borrow conventions from theatrical traditions. Additionally, it notes that performances in other domains like music, sports, and museums can take on theatrical qualities. The key ideas are that theatre influences many other art forms and performances in other areas can become theatrical.
The document discusses the history and characteristics of theatre and art. It explains that ancient Greeks established the categories of tragedy and comedy and their influence on modern theatre. It also outlines the key elements of theatre including audience, performers, script/text, director, space and design elements. Finally, it discusses how globalization has led to influence and collaboration between different cultures and traditions in contemporary theatre.
The document summarizes trends in global theatre from the late 20th century to present day, including the rise of identity-based theatres exploring Asian American, Latino, Native American, feminist, and LGBTQ+ experiences. It also discusses experimental forms like performance art and postmodernism, which incorporate elements from other artistic mediums. The document predicts theatre will continue to both produce new works and reinterpret classic plays, reflecting an increasingly diverse and globalized world through live performances.
The document contrasts the play as a written text versus as a live performance. As a text, the play tells its story through dialogue and stage directions. As a performance, it comes to life through the actors', directors', and designers' interpretation of the text. While the text provides the foundation, no two performances are exactly alike as creative choices shape the experience in unique ways each time. The play as a live performance is a fleeting experience that can uncover new meanings and possibilities not evident on the page alone.
The document discusses Restoration drama in England from 1660-1700 and theater production during that period. Key points include: Restoration drama combined Elizabethan, Italian, and French influences; it featured comedies of manners that mocked upper-class society; and actresses began performing for the first time. Theaters had indoor stages with boxes and balconies, and fused Italian and Elizabethan architectural styles. Scenery and costumes reflected contemporary fashions.
This document provides an overview of theatre developments in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and experimental Western theatre since the mid-20th century. In Asia, Western influences grew on traditional forms in India, China, and Japan. Political instability impacted theatre in regions like China and the Middle East. African theatre incorporated traditional and Western styles while reflecting social issues. Notable playwrights like Soyinka emerged. Latin American theatre addressed national concerns. Experimental forms like Theatre of the Absurd questioned meaning. Off-Broadway and regional theatres promoted new works. African American and musical theatre blossomed in the post-WWII era.
Norwegian dramatist Henrik Ibsen was a pioneer of realistic drama in the late 19th century, dealing with taboo subjects that mirrored everyday life. Along with August Strindberg, he revolutionized theater by presenting controversial works that could not be produced commercially. Ibsen is known for plays like "A Doll's House" and "Hedda Gabler" that tackled controversial topics and refused to make clear moral judgments. Strindberg further intensified realism to focus on internal personal conflicts between characters. Together, they established modern realistic drama that dealt with serious social issues of the time.
Christmas in Australia is celebrated on December 25th, originating as the celebration of Jesus' birth but now focused on family, time together, and gift giving. Most Australian children believe in Santa Claus bringing presents on Christmas Eve. Popular Christmas traditions include Santa photos, advent calendars, carols services, secret Santa gifts, and stamps. On Christmas Day, families gather around the tree to open presents after church and lunch, which often includes roast meats, seafood, vegetables and fruits. Christmas is also marked by carols, puddings, and seasonal foods and drinks.
This document provides information about Christmas traditions in Australia. It asks questions about when Christmas is celebrated in Australia (December 25th), Australian Christmas traditions like barbecues and swimming, and foods commonly eaten like seafood. It provides a cloze text of "Jingle Bells" with an Australian adaptation mentioning things like Holden Utes, kangaroos, and spending Christmas Day by the barbecue and pool on a hot summer day.
Christmas in Australia is celebrated on December 25th. Some Australian Christmas traditions include spending time at the beach and having a barbecue or picnic on Christmas Day due to the summer heat. Popular foods served include prawns, turkey, ham, seafood and salads. The document provides an Australian version of the Christmas carol "Jingle Bells" which references Australian icons like kangaroos and Holden Utes.
Germany is a small country located in northwest Europe with a population of around 80 million people. It borders several other European countries and its capital and largest city is Berlin. Germany is known for its beer, sausages and castles like Neuschwanstein, as well as landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. The official language is German, though many citizens also speak English, French, Italian and Spanish.
This document discusses community theatre, its context and ideology. It defines community and explores different approaches to community theatre, including the travelling theatre approach, outside team workers approach, and participatory approach. The participatory approach is considered the most meaningful as it fully involves the community. The document also examines the Kamiriithu Community Education and Cultural Centre project in Kenya in the 1970s as an example of the participatory approach. The project was initially very successful in attracting audiences and raising awareness, though it was eventually banned by the Kenyan government.
19th Century Art in Europe and the US: PART 1smolinskiel
Romanticism was a dominant movement in 19th century art in Europe and the United States. It focused on emotion, imagination, and individuality over rational thought. Key Romantic artists included Goya, Gericault, and Delacroix who depicted dramatic subjects and political themes. Romantic architecture revived past styles like Gothic and incorporated new technologies like iron. The development of photography also influenced painting during this period.
This document provides an overview of 19th century theatrical drama and focuses on Henrik Ibsen's play "The Wild Duck". It discusses the historical context of 19th century drama, including the rise of realism and naturalism. It then summarizes the plot of "The Wild Duck", describing the main characters and symbols like the title character, the wild duck. Ibsen used techniques like irony and foreshadowing to explore themes of illusion versus reality and the value that illusions can provide people.
This document defines and provides examples of different literary genres, including fiction and non-fiction. It discusses sub-genres such as biographies, autobiographies, historical fiction, realistic fiction, science fiction, mystery, fantasy, fairy tales, fables, myths, and modern fantasy. Examples are provided for each genre and sub-genre to illustrate the types of stories that fall into each category. Readers are prompted to consider which genres describe their favorite stories.
21st Century Literary Genres by Calle Friesendarinjohn2
Calle Friesen is a reading/literacy specialist at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa. In addition, she is the program coordinator of the Masters in Reading program at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.
The document discusses the key elements in developing a dramatic work, including selecting a subject, determining focus and purpose, and establishing dramatic structure and characters. It describes two common plot structures - climactic and episodic - and notes climactic plots begin near the climax while episodic plots unfold over a longer period with multiple subplots. Additionally, it outlines different types of dramatic characters like protagonists, antagonists, and stock characters.
The film Pulp Fiction, directed by Quentin Tarantino, consists of several nonlinear storylines involving criminals in Los Angeles. It follows two hitmen, Vincent and Jules, who are hired muscle for a crime boss. Vincent is assigned to take the boss's wife Mia out for the evening but she overdoses on heroin after mistaking it for cocaine. Vincent and drug dealer Lance revive her with an adrenaline shot. The film cuts between this storyline and others involving a boxer who agrees to take a dive for the crime boss. Tarantino's signature style features graphic violence, pop culture references, and unconventional narrative structures.
Greek theater originated from religious festivals honoring Dionysus. Performances included tragic dramas by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, as well as comedies by Aristophanes. Theater was an integral part of Greek culture and performed in amphitheaters with the audience seated on rising tiers around the orchestra. Aristotle's Poetics analyzed Greek dramatic structure, while Roman theater borrowed from Greek traditions and incorporated performances into their own religious festivals.
The document provides an overview of Renaissance theater in Europe between the 14th and 17th centuries. It discusses the rise of theater during this period in Italy, England, Spain, and France. In Italy, commedia dell'arte emerged as a popular improvised comedy form, and the rules of neoclassical drama were developed. In England, playwrights like Christopher Marlowe and William Shakespeare advanced dramatic writing, performing plays in new public theaters in London. Theater flourished but was outlawed in 1642, marking the end of the English Renaissance period.
Ch. 2 and Ch. 3 (7th Edition) ch. 2 (8th Edition) -- The Audiencegoldberl
The document discusses the relationship between theatre and other forms of entertainment. It states that theatre is used as a metaphor for life and that TV shows, films, and other genres borrow conventions from theatrical traditions. Additionally, it notes that performances in other domains like music, sports, and museums can take on theatrical qualities. The key ideas are that theatre influences many other art forms and performances in other areas can become theatrical.
The document discusses the history and characteristics of theatre and art. It explains that ancient Greeks established the categories of tragedy and comedy and their influence on modern theatre. It also outlines the key elements of theatre including audience, performers, script/text, director, space and design elements. Finally, it discusses how globalization has led to influence and collaboration between different cultures and traditions in contemporary theatre.
The document summarizes trends in global theatre from the late 20th century to present day, including the rise of identity-based theatres exploring Asian American, Latino, Native American, feminist, and LGBTQ+ experiences. It also discusses experimental forms like performance art and postmodernism, which incorporate elements from other artistic mediums. The document predicts theatre will continue to both produce new works and reinterpret classic plays, reflecting an increasingly diverse and globalized world through live performances.
The document contrasts the play as a written text versus as a live performance. As a text, the play tells its story through dialogue and stage directions. As a performance, it comes to life through the actors', directors', and designers' interpretation of the text. While the text provides the foundation, no two performances are exactly alike as creative choices shape the experience in unique ways each time. The play as a live performance is a fleeting experience that can uncover new meanings and possibilities not evident on the page alone.
The document discusses Restoration drama in England from 1660-1700 and theater production during that period. Key points include: Restoration drama combined Elizabethan, Italian, and French influences; it featured comedies of manners that mocked upper-class society; and actresses began performing for the first time. Theaters had indoor stages with boxes and balconies, and fused Italian and Elizabethan architectural styles. Scenery and costumes reflected contemporary fashions.
This document provides an overview of theatre developments in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and experimental Western theatre since the mid-20th century. In Asia, Western influences grew on traditional forms in India, China, and Japan. Political instability impacted theatre in regions like China and the Middle East. African theatre incorporated traditional and Western styles while reflecting social issues. Notable playwrights like Soyinka emerged. Latin American theatre addressed national concerns. Experimental forms like Theatre of the Absurd questioned meaning. Off-Broadway and regional theatres promoted new works. African American and musical theatre blossomed in the post-WWII era.
Norwegian dramatist Henrik Ibsen was a pioneer of realistic drama in the late 19th century, dealing with taboo subjects that mirrored everyday life. Along with August Strindberg, he revolutionized theater by presenting controversial works that could not be produced commercially. Ibsen is known for plays like "A Doll's House" and "Hedda Gabler" that tackled controversial topics and refused to make clear moral judgments. Strindberg further intensified realism to focus on internal personal conflicts between characters. Together, they established modern realistic drama that dealt with serious social issues of the time.
Christmas in Australia is celebrated on December 25th, originating as the celebration of Jesus' birth but now focused on family, time together, and gift giving. Most Australian children believe in Santa Claus bringing presents on Christmas Eve. Popular Christmas traditions include Santa photos, advent calendars, carols services, secret Santa gifts, and stamps. On Christmas Day, families gather around the tree to open presents after church and lunch, which often includes roast meats, seafood, vegetables and fruits. Christmas is also marked by carols, puddings, and seasonal foods and drinks.
This document provides information about Christmas traditions in Australia. It asks questions about when Christmas is celebrated in Australia (December 25th), Australian Christmas traditions like barbecues and swimming, and foods commonly eaten like seafood. It provides a cloze text of "Jingle Bells" with an Australian adaptation mentioning things like Holden Utes, kangaroos, and spending Christmas Day by the barbecue and pool on a hot summer day.
Christmas in Australia is celebrated on December 25th. Some Australian Christmas traditions include spending time at the beach and having a barbecue or picnic on Christmas Day due to the summer heat. Popular foods served include prawns, turkey, ham, seafood and salads. The document provides an Australian version of the Christmas carol "Jingle Bells" which references Australian icons like kangaroos and Holden Utes.
Germany is a small country located in northwest Europe with a population of around 80 million people. It borders several other European countries and its capital and largest city is Berlin. Germany is known for its beer, sausages and castles like Neuschwanstein, as well as landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. The official language is German, though many citizens also speak English, French, Italian and Spanish.
France is a large country in Europe with a population of around 65 million people. The capital and largest city is Paris, known as the City of Love and home to famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower. French is the official language, though English, German and Spanish are also studied, and France's population includes immigrants from around Europe and Africa working and living throughout the country.
Spain is a country located in southern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula, with Portugal to its west and France to the north. It has a population of approximately 47 million people and its official languages are Castellano, Catalan, Galician and Basque, though English, French, Italian and Latin are commonly taught in schools. Many immigrants from countries like France, Portugal and Africa have also moved to Spain to live and work.
Paula Glez from class 1oA describes her trip to Liverpool where she visited several notable landmarks including Anfield football stadium, The Cavern Club where The Beatles played early shows, The Beatles Story museum, China Town, and the botanical garden, as well as took a tour of the Port of Liverpool and saw sights around the city with her academy, companions, and teachers and took a Magical Mystery Tour.
The USA is a large country in North America with around 320 million people. It has Washington D.C. as its capital and many important cities like New York, Boston, Chicago, and Miami. While English is the official language, Spanish and other languages like Mandarin, French, and German are also commonly spoken.
Spain is a country located on the Iberian Peninsula in southern Europe with a population of approximately 47 million people. The official languages of Spain include Castellano, Catalan, Galician and Basque, and schools also teach English, French, Italian and Latin. Many immigrants arrive in Spain from other countries like France, Portugal and Africa to live and work.
Russia is a large country located in Asia and Europe with a population of around 143 million people. Moscow is the capital city of Russia, located in the western part of the country, and the Russian ruble is the official currency. Russia borders many neighboring countries and is known for its capital city of Moscow, while most people speak Russian as the sole official language.
This poem expresses the speaker's love for Australia, specifically its sunburnt plains, rugged mountains, and wide open landscapes despite droughts and floods, rather than an English countryside with fields, woods, and soft skies. The speaker acknowledges they cannot share the love of those from England for its green and shaded lands, as their love is for Australia and its far horizons and "jewel-sea."
Australia is the 6th largest country by area, with a population of about 23 million people. It has a democratic government system with a Prime Minister and a parliament consisting of the House of Representatives and Senate. Aboriginal Australians are the indigenous people and have lived in Australia for over 40,000 years. The country has six states and two territories across a diverse landscape ranging from cities to deserts.
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The document is a collection of notes and bookmarks related to books and reading. It includes notes about reading Hamlet by William Shakespeare, with quotes from the famous "To be or not to be" soliloquy. Additionally, it mentions memories of books being important and contains bookmarks labeling the pages for different grades and subjects.
The document describes various physical characteristics for describing individuals, including hair style (straight, wavy, curly), hair color (red, fair, blond, brown), height, size, general appearance (beautiful, good-looking, handsome, attractive, ugly), and special features (beard, tattoos, bald). It provides examples of descriptions for both male and female subjects using these characteristics.
To create an internet profile, include the following information:
1) Personal details like name, age, birthday, gender, hometown and current location.
2) Contact information such as website/blog URL and country.
3) What you are looking for such as friends, language partners, relationships or chat friends.
4) Your interests and hobbies which could include reading, music, travel, sports or movies.
5) A short biography with details about yourself, family, where you live and things you enjoy.
6) Your favorite entertainment like books, TV shows, music or appearance.
Halloween has become popular in Bulgaria. On Halloween, people in Sofia gather in large groups and go to bars that offer discounts, then to dance clubs. Originally a Catholic holiday celebrating All Saints and All Souls Days, Halloween has its origins in ancient Celtic traditions where people wore scary masks and costumes on October 31st to ward off spirits of the dead. Today, Halloween traditions vary around the world, from drinking tequila at Mexican graveyards to trick-or-treating for candy in the U.S. and carving jack-o-lanterns, which originated from an Irish myth about a man trapped between heaven and hell.
Bulgaria is a country located in Southeastern Europe, with Sofia as its capital and largest city. The majority ethnic group is Bulgarians and the official language is Bulgarian. Key facts about Bulgaria include its population of over 7 million people, the lev as its currency, and Eastern Orthodox Christianity as the dominant religion. Bulgaria has a diverse landscape that includes mountain ranges such as Rila and Pirin, and attractions including its capital city of Sofia.