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Michael Scott discovers that from the start, drama was about more than entertainment - it was a reaction to real events and it was deeply connected to Athenian democracy.
Classicist Dr Michael Scott journeys to Athens to explore how drama first began. He discovers that from the very start it was about more than just entertainment - it was a reaction to real events, it was a driving force in history and it was deeply connected to Athenian democracy. In fact, the story of theatre is the story of Athens.
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Aeschylus and The Decree of the People of Athens
Duration: 01:43
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Scott |
| Series Producer | David Wilson |
| Director | David Wilson |
| Executive Producer | Harry Bell |
| Producer | Catherine Abbott |
Learn how the birth of satire in Ancient Greek echoed through the ages
A OpenLearn journey to the ancient world, exploring the heart of Athens: the theatre.
