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Classical Studies 101 - Euripides - The Bacchae
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One of the great works of world drama, Euripides "The Bacchae" has mesmerized audiences for over 2000 years. In the play, the god Dionysus returns to Thebes, his mortal mother’s city, to introduce his cult and punish his relatives who have denied his divinity as the son of Zeus.
What is the play really about and why is it still relevant today?
Join Dr. Gary Stickel and Sean Marlon Newcombe as they discuss this masterpiece.
97 episoder
Manage episode 365685380 series 2920012
One of the great works of world drama, Euripides "The Bacchae" has mesmerized audiences for over 2000 years. In the play, the god Dionysus returns to Thebes, his mortal mother’s city, to introduce his cult and punish his relatives who have denied his divinity as the son of Zeus.
What is the play really about and why is it still relevant today?
Join Dr. Gary Stickel and Sean Marlon Newcombe as they discuss this masterpiece.
97 episoder
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