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Sophocles
"The Theban Plays" series
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The Theban Plays is a classic Greek tragedy series written by Sophocles, one of the three great playwrights of ancient Athens. The series consists of three plays: "Oedipus Rex," "Oedipus at Colonus," and "Antigone." "Oedipus Rex" follows the story of King Oedipus, who unknowingly kills his father and marries his mother, fulfilling a prophecy made by the oracle at Delphi. The play explores themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of human actions. "Oedipus at Colonus" takes place after the events of "Oedipus Rex" and focuses on the final days of Oedipus, who has become a blind, wandering outcast. The play delves into themes of suffering, atonement, and the relationship between humans and the gods. "Antigone" is the third and final play in the series, centering around Oedipus' daughter, Antigone, who defies her uncle, Creon, the new king of Thebes, by giving her brother a proper burial despite his treasonous actions. The play highlights themes of civil disobedience, moral obligation, and the conflict between individual and state authority. The Theban Plays offers a profound and thought-provoking examination of human nature, morality, and the role of fate and the gods in human life. The series remains a significant and influential work in the realm of classical literature and theater...
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Sophocles
Oedipus Rex
A classic play by Sophocles, 'Oedipus Rex' is a gripping tragedy that explores the fate of Oedipus, the king of Thebes, who unknowingly fulfills a prophecy that he would end up killing his father and marrying his mother. This play is a great choice for fans of 'The Theban Plays' as it delves deeper into the story of Oedipus, a character who also appears in 'Antigone' and 'Oedipus at Colonus'.
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Euripides
The Bacchae
This play by Euripides tells the story of Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy, who seeks revenge against the city of Thebes for refusing to worship him. The play is a great choice for fans of 'The Theban Plays' as it explores the themes of religion, madness, and the human condition, similar to 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'.
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Aeschylus
Prometheus Bound
This play by Aeschylus tells the story of Prometheus, the titan who defies the gods by giving fire to humanity. As a result, he is punished by Zeus and chained to a rock. This play is a great choice for fans of 'The Theban Plays' as it explores the themes of punishment, rebellion, and the human condition.
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Aristophanes
The Clouds
This comedy by Aristophanes tells the story of Strepsiades, an Athenian farmer who enrolls in Socrates' philosophy school to learn how to avoid paying his debts. This play is a great choice for fans of 'The Theban Plays' as it offers a different perspective on the philosophical debates that are explored in 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'.
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