The Power of Performing Arts On Culture

In college, I was asked the question, “Do the arts reflect culture, or do the arts influence culture?” I believe that history shows the arts influence culture—for better or for worse. I love that CCS students get to be world changers through the arts!In looking at the history of theatre, the earliest known theatrical performances were seen in ancient Greek culture during ceremonial worship. This widely attended ritual set the tone for government, family life, religion, and the marketplace.In the 12th century, the spread of C...