Thesis: Not only is the Epidaurus theatre known for its advanced acoustic design, but its performances also served as an alternative treatment in therapeutic medicine. I. Introduction II. History-identify the work and its artist. 1. small bio of artist 2. How was the theatre financed? Why? III. List thoroughly & accurately the details of the piece of art. 1. built on slope of hillside. Why? What material was used? 2. architecture (Corinthian & ___________ ) 3. how many rows? how many seats? 4. acoustics (how was it possible to design IV. Discuss the period and culture of the artist and work 1. brief description of ancient greek culture (their thirst for knowledge and finding enjoyable things to do) 2. Why was it built? To honor the god Dyoneseus. 3. Life in Epidaurus during ancient times. 4. Theatre as entertainment. (This paragraph will lead me into my discussion of the humanistic theme which is the theaters link to therapeutic medicine.) V. The theaters link to medicine. 1. What did Aristotle believe in terms of using theatre as therapy? 2. Discuss linkage to Asklepios. VI. Closing Paragraph So excited to be on cramster. I'm super stoked to see such a helpful community reach out to students. What a great service! So back on point.... We were asked in class to write a paper which is to be a detailed characterization of a piece of (art, architecture, literature, or theatre) and then we must relate it to a humanistic theme. I chose under architecture The Theatre of Epidaurus. I find that outlines are the most challenging structure to create for a paper. Any suggestions/ feedback is appreciated.