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In Iphigenia in Aulis, the final surviving play by the renowned playwright Euripides, the Greek fleet finds itself stranded at Aulis, Boeotia, eagerly poised to embark on its journey to Troy, yet immobilized by an inexplicable calm. The seer Calchas reveals that the goddess Artemis is the source of their misfortune, angry over Agamemnons slight against her. To appease her wrath and restore the winds, Agamemnon is faced with an unthinkable choice sacrifice his beloved daughter, Iphigenia. Torn between duty and despair, Agamemnon must weigh the potential rebellion of his restless troops against ...

In the heart of Greek drama lies Alcestis, the noble queen of Pherae, whose story is as compelling as it is tragic. Her husband, Admetus, the seemingly virtuous king, gains the favor of Apollo, who orchestrates a twist of fate when Admetuss time comes, a willing substitute may take his place in death. In a desperate bid to prolong his own life, Admetus implores everyone he knows, even his own parents, to sacrifice themselves for him—but none are willing. This refusal leaves him embittered, ultimately severing ties with his family. It is Alcestis, however, who selflessly steps forward, ...

In a dramatic twist of fate, the intended sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis by her father, Agamemnon, is miraculously averted by the goddess Artemis, who cleverly substitutes a deer for the daughter. Transported to the desolate shores of Tauris, Iphigenia becomes the chief priestess presiding over the grim fate of hapless foreigners. Haunted by the betrayal of her parents and yearning for revenge, she awaits the arrival of shipwrecked Greeks—unbeknownst to her, her own brother, Orestes, is among them. Considered one of Euripides most exquisite works, Iphigenia in Tauris encapsulates the tragic...

In Euripides powerful tragedy, Electra (the Unmated One), the title character is consumed by a fierce hatred for her mother, Clytemnestra, and her stepfather, Aegisthus, who orchestrated the murder of her father, Agamemnon. Bound in a platonic marriage to a kind-hearted but destitute old peasant, Electra yearns for the return of her brother, Orestes, to help her exact revenge. When Orestes finally arrives, they embark on their fated mission, only to discover that the outcome is as tragically hollow as the vengeance that fueled their quest. Unlike Sophocles, who presents revenge in a ...

Regarded by modern playwright Ellen McLaughlin as perhaps the greatest antiwar play ever written, Euripides The Trojan Women, also known as Troades, is a poignant tragedy that resonates deeply even today. Written in 415 BC against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, this powerful work reflects on the devastating events surrounding the capture of Melos, where the Athenians brutally subjugated its people. This year was also marked by the notorious desecration of the hermai and the Athenians ill-fated second expedition to Sicily—events that likely influenced Euripides’ writing. The Trojan ...

Iphigenia in Aulis (Ancient Greek Ἰφιγένεια ἐν Αὐλίδι) stands as the final surviving masterpiece of the renowned playwright Euripides. Composed between 408 and 406 BC, just before his death, this poignant play premiered the following year as part of a trilogy that included The Bacchae and Alcmaeon in Corinth, where it triumphed at the Athenian city Dionysia. The narrative unfolds around Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces in the Trojan War, who faces the heart-wrenching choice to sacrifice his daughter, Iphigenia, in a desperate bid to appease the goddess Artemis and ...

Alcestis, the earliest surviving play by Euripides, tells the poignant tale of a devoted wife who willingly sacrifices her life for that of her husband, King Admetus. As the play opens, Alcestis is on the brink of death, prompting a powerful confrontation between Apollo and Thanatos (Death), where Apollo seeks to extend her life but is met with resistance. He departs with a promise that a savior will arrive in Pherae to rescue her. This unique work stands out as one of the most unconventional Greek dramas—an exploration of love, sacrifice, and the intricate boundaries between tragedy and ...

In this gripping tale, Orestes arrives in the land of Tauris, accompanied by his loyal friend Pylades, with a daunting task to retrieve the sacred image of Diana. Success means freedom from the relentless torment of the avenging Erinnyes, who pursue him due to his mother’s wrath. Meanwhile, his sister Iphigenia, who was miraculously saved from sacrifice by Diana, believes Orestes to be dead. As fate brings them together, Iphigenia learns of their shared plight, and they conspire to escape the clutches of the land’s ruler. Join us for a dramatic reading filled with tension, family bonds, ...

Dive into the world of Euripides Bacchae, a gripping exploration of myth and madness. Set against the backdrop of Thebes, the story unfolds with King Pentheus and his mother Agave facing the wrath of Dionysus, the god who seeks to prove his divine lineage and bring the wild rites of his worship to the city. This enthralling tale culminates in a shocking climax where Pentheus is brutally torn apart by the women of Thebes, with Agave tragically presenting his severed head to her father, Cadmus. Unlike many Greek tragedies, Bacchae features a dynamic chorus that plays a vital role in the ...

In Euripides haunting play, we delve into the harrowing aftermath of Troys fall, where the citys women grapple with the loss of their husbands and the looming threat of enslavement. The narrative opens with a divine council between Athena and Poseidon, who plot revenge against the Greek forces for their complicity in Ajax the Lessers heinous act of dragging Cassandra from Athenas sanctuary. The unfolding tragedy reveals the depths of suffering endured by the Trojan women, as they confront further calamities while the Greeks coldly distribute their fates. This poignant translation by Gilbert ...

Experience the gripping tragedy of Bacchae, where the mythological tale of King Pentheus of Thebes unfolds. As he and his mother Agavë face dire consequences for their refusal to honor the god Dionysus, the story explores themes of power, madness, and divine retribution. Join us as we delve into this timeless narrative that questions the boundaries of authority and belief. (Summary by Wikipedia) Cast Dionysus mbCadmus Bruce PiriePentheus Algy PugAgave Roseanne SchmidtTeiresias Matthew ReeceSoldier John FrickerMessenger Dale BurgessChorus/Narrator Elizabeth KlettAudio edited by Elizabeth Klett

In a gripping tale reminiscent of Euripides Trojan Women, this play unfolds in the aftermath of Troys fall. Hecuba, the heartbroken widow of King Priam, grapples with the devastating loss of her daughter Polyxena and her son Polydore. With vengeance burning in her soul, she seeks to confront those who have betrayed her and her family. Summary by Elizabeth Klett

In Euripides gripping tragedy, we delve into the story of Hippolytus, the chaste son of Theseus, who spurns the worship of Aphrodite in favor of the huntress Artemis. Enraged by his rejection, Aphrodite weaves a web of vengeance, igniting a tumultuous love in Hippolytus stepmother, Phaedra. This fateful clash of love and loyalty sets off a devastating chain of events that leads to tragedy. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

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A selection of Euripides’ renowned Greek tragedies, adapted for BBC Radio Acclaimed by Aristotle as ‘the most tragic of the poets’, Euripides was one of the pre-eminent playwrights of 5th century Athens. Included here are seven of his masterpieces: powerful, shocking tales of passion...

This collection contains the following works: Medea by Sophocles Antigone by Sophocles Agamemnon by Aeschylus Eumenides by Aeschylus The Choephori by Aeschylus The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Macbeth by William Shakespeare A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of King Lear by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare.

Medea is an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides, based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BC. The plot centers on the actions of Medea, a former princess of the "barbarian" kingdom of Colchis, and the wife of Jason; she finds her position in the Greek world threatened as Jason leaves her for a Greek princess of Corinth. Medea takes vengeance on Jason by murdering Jason's new wife as well as her own children, after which she escapes to Athens to start a new life.

Judith Anderson and Anthony Quayle perform 'Medea', an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides. It is based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BC. The plot centers on the barbarian protagonist as she finds her position in the Greek world threatened, and the revenge she takes against her husband Jason who has betrayed her for another woman.