"Yes, and..." + drama masks, Thespian's Improv Coffee Mug

"Yes, and..." is a rule-of-thumb in improvisational comedy that suggests that a participant should accept what another participant has stated ("yes") and then expand on that line of thinking ("and"). You may edit the text. You may also change the background color AND that of the masks. When people think of theatre, it’s probably one of the most well-known symbols that comes to mind with many interpretations that go beyond just the comedy and tragedy, happy and sad meaning. The comedy and tragedy symbol dates back to Greek Mythology and has been the central representation of the creative arts for decades. This includes theatre, film, and television. If we go back to Ancient Greece, it is said these masks were used in early plays to represent the emotions the characters were feeling. It was easier for audience members who were sitting far away from the stage to see the masks and the emotions they were portraying. People often think these masks were just a symbol or design created by early thespians, but it actually started out as a tangible mask that was worn. It was considered a costume piece and then made itself more present until it became well known and a worldwide symbol. The two masks associated with drama represent the traditional generic division between comedy and tragedy. They are symbols of the ancient Greek Muses, Thalia and Melpomene. Source: www.onstageblog.com