Why ancient Greek tragedies still resonate in the modern world
In short: Explore the enduring power of Greek tragedy through a curated look at its defining characteristics. This film features academic experts and performance footage to explain why these ancient stories continue to captivate contemporary audiences.
Chloe White oversaw production of this piece for the National Theatre, uniting academics such as King's College London's Edith Hall, Open University's Laura Swift, and Dr Sean McElvoy of Varndean College. They analyze the core elements that make Greek tragedy a foundational pillar of theatre.
Visual highlights include clips from Antigone, a 2012 National Theatre staging. Polly Findlay guided this particular version where Jodie Whittaker portrays the lead and Christopher Eccleston plays Creon, linking ancient scripts with contemporary theatre.
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