Greek Tragedy: Origins and Development
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Greek Tragedy
Overview of the course and the significance of Greek Tragedy in Western literature

Module #2
Ancient Greek Theater:Historical Context
Exploration of the historical and cultural context in which Greek Tragedy emerged

Module #3
The Origins of Tragedy:Ritual and Performance
Investigation of the ritual and performance roots of Greek Tragedy

Module #4
The Role of Dionysus
Examination of the importance of Dionysus, the god of theater and ecstasy, in Greek Tragedy

Module #5
The Athens of the 5th Century BCE
Analysis of the cultural, political, and social climate of Athens during the Golden Age

Module #6
The Emergence of Tragedy:Thespis and the First Tragedians
Discussion of the early tragedians, including Thespis, and their contributions to the genre

Module #7
Aeschylus:The Father of Tragedy
In-depth exploration of Aeschylus plays, including The Persians and The Oresteia

Module #8
Sophocles:Innovation and Mastery
Analysis of Sophocles innovative techniques and masterpieces, such as Oedipus Rex and Antigone

Module #9
Euripides:The Rebel and the Intellectual
Examination of Euripides provocative themes and intellectual explorations in plays like Medea and The Bacchae

Module #10
The Development of Tragic Conventions
Exploration of the conventions and structural elements that define Greek Tragedy

Module #11
Chorus and Choral Odes
Analysis of the role and function of the chorus in Greek Tragedy

Module #12
Tragic Heroes and Heroines
Investigation of the characteristics and themes associated with tragic heroes and heroines

Module #13
Fate, Gods, and Mortality
Examination of the themes of fate, divine intervention, and mortality in Greek Tragedy

Module #14
Social and Political Commentary
Analysis of how Greek Tragedy reflected and critiqued contemporary social and political issues

Module #15
The Tragic Flaw:Hubris and Hamartia
Exploration of the concept of the tragic flaw and its relationship to character development

Module #16
Catharsis and Emotional Response
Investigation of the role of emotional response and catharsis in Greek Tragedy

Module #17
The Performance of Greek Tragedy
Reconstruction of the theatrical experience of ancient Greek audiences

Module #18
The Legacy of Greek Tragedy
Examination of the impact of Greek Tragedy on Western literature and drama

Module #19
Greek Tragedy in Rome and Beyond
Analysis of the reception and adaptation of Greek Tragedy in Rome and later European traditions

Module #20
The Revival of Greek Tragedy in the Modern Era
Investigation of the modern revival of interest in Greek Tragedy and its influence on contemporary theater

Module #21
Greek Tragedy and Contemporary Issues
Exploration of the relevance of Greek Tragedy to modern social and political concerns

Module #22
Interpreting Greek Tragedy:Approaches and Methods
Survey of different critical approaches and methods for interpreting Greek Tragedy

Module #23
Greek Tragedy in Translation
Examination of the challenges and opportunities of translating Greek Tragedy for modern audiences

Module #24
Case Study:A Play in Depth
In-depth analysis of a single Greek tragedy, such as Oedipus Rex or Medea

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Greek Tragedy: Origins and Development career

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Greek Tragedy: Origins and Development ( 25 Modules )

Greek Tragedy: Origins and Development
( 25 Modules )