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Choragi

Scope note

Use generally for the leaders of dramatic choruses in ancient Greece. Use specifically for individual citizens of ancient Athens who sponsored one of the choruses appearing in a dramatic festival, selecting the members, providing space for their practice, and paying for all expenses relating to their performance, including costumes, training, and meals.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000251113

Broader Terms used

<people in the performing arts>

Equivalent Terms used

choragus

Created

13yrs ago

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