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Brief biography and works of ancient Greek dramatist Sophocles

Sophocles was a classic Greek playwright. Many of our dramatic styles are based on his works. This scriptwriting software program is named after him; with good reason.

Sophocles' lasting influence on drama can't be overstated. His plays based on the life of Oedipus are arguably the finest of Ancient Greek theatre.

The very idea of the 'hero' was a term coined by Aristotle to represent those men of high social standing who have achieved greatness and social prestige.

Barrett Browning's Sonnet 5 from Sonnets from the Portuguese focuses on the speaker's lack of confidence that her budding relationship will continue to grow.

The Common Nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos, is not only a common bird; it's a well-known songster and subject of traditional tales all over the world.

Biography of Euripides, the last of the three 5th century tragic drama playwrights.

To mourn the dead of war immediately after eighteen years of hidden catafalques is a new challenge to democratic nations.

Commissioned by Ireland's Abbey Theatre, Seamus Heaney translates Sophocles' 5th Century B.C.E. play Antigone into a timeless commentary on individual rights vs. security

The Trojan Women opens with Martha Henry's Hecuba, former Queen of Troy, coiled in a foetal position on the floor as the audience immediately senses the power.

Anouilh's adaptation of Antigone is a gripping examination of a state under new leadership, which was written during the German occupation of France.

Brief biography of prolific French playwright Jean Anouilh, best known for Antigone, Becket, The Lark, and The Traveller without Luggage.

Arnold's "Dover Beach" is considered a lament, albeit by an agnostic himself, of the world's loss of religious faith during a time of progress in science and industry.

In ancient Greece, drama developed out of the dithyramb which was an impassioned choral hymn and story originally performed to honor the wine and fertility god Dionysus.

Timberlake Wertenbaker is a fascinating playwright and it begins with her name.

Final Draft offers two versions: Final Draft for screenplays and teleplays, and Final Draft AV for dual-column scripts, such as documentaries.

Oedipus Rex (Oedipus the King), a tragic Latin opera oratorio by Igor Stravinsky. Drama plot summary, character list, and other information.

The hydra had a terrifying power: for every head cut off, two would grow in its place.

Every February, the University of Alberta's Drama Department produces the New Works Festival, which fosters the development of plays written by students.

Biography of Jean Cocteau, a leading writer in France in the 20th century. Best known for novel Les Enfants Terribles (Children of the Game.)

Brief biography and major poetry works of 20th century Russian poet, Anna Akhmatova.

Looking into our ancient past, Herodotus' work gives a clearer understanding of what the Western world was like in his time.

What do Pablo Picasso, Erik Satie, and Edith Piaf all have in common? They played a part in the fantasy and reality of theatre's incorrigible child Jean Cocteau.

Centuries ago, people noticed that birds disappeared in winter. They came up with explanations that are amusing, intuitive, and curiously apt.

Best quotes of passion and love from great thinkers to celebrate Valentine's Day.

The great Greek statesman Pericles breathed life and inspiration into his city; when he died, the glory of Athens died with him.

Elektra, a German tragic opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.

A great cover letter tells the reader why you're contacting them and creates a sense of anticipation about evaluating your resume.

Life and works of English author Thomas Hardy, famous for Far from the Madding Crowd and Tess of the D'Urbervilles, and known for themes about ordinary country people.

Love still makes the world go 'round, inspires great things, touches most hearts and can be painful. Here are short quotes about love to share with others.

Creating and maintaining an extensive selection of audition monologues is beneficial for many reasons.

Age of Bronze draws on many sources to make a coherent epic out of Greek mythology. Eric Shanower's painstaking research and storytelling skill have won him much praise.

Like James Barrie's Peter Pan, William Shakespeare's Hamlet refuses to grow up, and Hamlet's immaturity ultimately leads to tragedy.

A summary of the play Troilus and Cressida, considered to be one of Shakespeare's "problem plays." It is not exactly a tragedy and not exactly a comedy either.

The cinematization of literature is so prevalent and universal one could well ask: where would cinema be without the written word?

'Disgrace' is not just a political allegory of racial tension in post-apartheid South Africa; it is also a poignant study of the limitations of language and love.

The movie Funny Games is described as one of the best movies of 2008 by some critics and as one of the worst by others. Why the wide disparity of opinion?