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Frogs

Frogs

De : Aristophanes
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In a time of turmoil for Athens, the great playwright Euripides has passed away, leaving the theater in the hands of mediocre poets. Enter Dionysus, the god of theater, who can no longer bear the lackluster performances. Determined to resurrect Euripides, he embarks on a whimsical journey to the underworld with his loyal slave, Xanthias. What follows is a hilarious adventure filled with unexpected twists and turns. Join us for a delightful romp that brings the spirit of ancient drama to life! (Summary by Libby Gohn)Copyright Family and Culture Art Divertissement et arts du spectacle
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