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Furies (Morshead Translation)

Furies (Morshead Translation)

Di: Aeschylus
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 The Oresteia is a powerful trilogy of Greek tragedies authored by Aeschylus that delves into the haunting legacy of the House of Atreus. Central to the narrative is Orestes, who embarks on a perilous journey to avenge his fathers murder, setting in motion a dramatic exploration of vengeance and justice. Recognized as the only surviving example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia triumphed at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. Originally performed alongside the satyr play Proteus—which unfortunately has not endured—this collection of works has come to embody the complexities of personal vendetta versus organized legal systems. The final play, The Eumenides, sees Orestes, Apollo, and the vengeful Erinyes brought before Athena and a jury of Athenian citizens at the Areopagus, tasked with determining Orestess fate after he kills his mother, Clytemnestra. Many regard the Oresteia as Aeschyluss crowning achievement, rich with themes that continue to resonate today.Copyright Family and Culture Arte Intrattenimento e arti dello spettacolo Storia e critica della letteratura Teatro e spettacoli
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  • 002 - Part II

    002 - Part II
    Feb 13 2026
    The Oresteia is a powerful trilogy of Greek tragedies authored by Aeschylus that delves into the haunting legacy of the House of Atreus. Central to the narrative is Orestes, who embarks on a perilous journey to avenge his fathers murder, setting in motion a dramatic exploration of vengeance and justice. Recognized as the only surviving example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia triumphed at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. Originally performed alongside the satyr play Proteus—which unfortunately has not endured—this collection of works has come to embody the complexities of personal vendetta versus organized legal systems. The final play, The Eumenides, sees Orestes, Apollo, and the vengeful Erinyes brought before Athena and a jury of Athenian citizens at the Areopagus, tasked with determining Orestess fate after he kills his mother, Clytemnestra. Many regard the Oresteia as Aeschyluss crowning achievement, rich with themes that continue to resonate today.
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    34 min
  • 001 - Part I

    001 - Part I
    Feb 13 2026
    The Oresteia is a powerful trilogy of Greek tragedies authored by Aeschylus that delves into the haunting legacy of the House of Atreus. Central to the narrative is Orestes, who embarks on a perilous journey to avenge his fathers murder, setting in motion a dramatic exploration of vengeance and justice. Recognized as the only surviving example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia triumphed at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. Originally performed alongside the satyr play Proteus—which unfortunately has not endured—this collection of works has come to embody the complexities of personal vendetta versus organized legal systems. The final play, The Eumenides, sees Orestes, Apollo, and the vengeful Erinyes brought before Athena and a jury of Athenian citizens at the Areopagus, tasked with determining Orestess fate after he kills his mother, Clytemnestra. Many regard the Oresteia as Aeschyluss crowning achievement, rich with themes that continue to resonate today.
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    32 min
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