A History of Greek Theatre

A History of Greek Theatre

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Artform: Theatre
Event date: Wed, 20th Jan 2027 to Wed, 24th Feb 2027
London

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Event Summary

During this new six-week evening course, journey 2500 years into the past to uncover the birth of theatre as we know it. You will explore the epic, mythical and familiar stories of ancient Greece's four most celebrated playwrights: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes.

Event Description

During this new six-week evening course, journey 2500 years into the past to uncover the birth of theatre as we know it. Led by Lucinda Dawkins, Creative Associate at Cheek by Jowl, you will explore the epic, mythical and familiar stories of ancient Greece's four most celebrated playwrights: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes.

Through a mixture of history, art, architecture, creative discussion and recordings of modern productions, you will delve into these ancient scripts and discover why their stories continue to resonate today.

Course Fee: £295

Event Overview

  • Event Title: A History of Greek Theatre
  • Type: Workshop
  • Date: Wed, 20th Jan 2027 to Wed, 24th Feb 2027
  • Location:
    London
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Event: A History of Greek Theatre

Event: A History of Greek Theatre

Organisation: Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Postcode: EC2Y 9BH

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