"This program discusses mature themes. Viewer discretion is advised."--Opening frame. Host: Joe Barrett. "This program discusses mature themes. Viewer discretion is advised."--Opening frame.
Summary:
"Traces Greek theater from ancient harvest rites to the golden age of Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes. Key scenes from 'Antigone', 'Oedipus Tyrranus', 'Medea', and 'Lysistrata' show how these works remain relevant by exploring the timeless themes of honor, class, gender, sexuality, and politics. Essential concepts such as catharsis, hamartia, and the use of masks and a chorus are discussed. Scholarly commentary by Helene Foley of Barnard College, Jeffrey Henderson of Boston University, Princeton University's Robert Fagles, and Peter Meineck of NYU's Aquila Theatre Company emphasizes the vitality of classical drama and the essential role it played in the everyday lives of the ancient Greeks."--Container.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)51072506
Locations:
N2AX314 -- Divine Word College - Matthew Jacoby Library (Epworth)
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