Greek tragedy has never been the story of good triumphing over evil, much less the narrative of tidy victories and happy endings. In the plays of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, the forces of ...

Explore the profound insights of Aeschylus, the ancient Greek father of tragedy, on the positive role of fear in our lives. Learn how his wisdom can guide us in understanding courage and emotional ...

In one of those rare but welcome departures from local norms, a play is being performed in Springfield that probably hasn’t been done in years, if ever. While Greek tragedy might not be high up on ...

My late classics professor taught me that Ancient Greek tragedy dramatized different points of view, insisted on empathy, and warned against hubris. What would he have made of our current moment?

The Quad Cities’ Genesius Guild theater opens its 69th season of free theater with the classic Greek tragedy “Oedipus Rex” this weekend. Performances are June 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 7 p.m. in Lincoln ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. The Thalian-Blackfriars bring traditional Greek theatre back to the Classic City ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with journalist Jeanne Carstensen about her new book, "Greek Tragedy," about the wreck of a ship filled with refugees off the Greek coast in 2015. Almost 10 years ago, a ...

I can't stop thinking about the Greek Tragedy take on Salt Lake City. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Well, I'm glad she gave me ...

In the fictional film HAZE, this knock-knock joke was caught on tape as an insensitive jab at student Zach Green, who tragically died from alcohol poisoning during a severe fraternity hazing ritual.

On Oct. 28, 2015, an overloaded boat filled with refugees broke up and capsized off the coast of Lesvos, a Greek island. Hundreds were thrown into the water, and dozens were killed. Journalist Jeanne ...

I’d been looking forward to Nearly Naked Theatre’s production of Metamorphoses ever since they announced it as part of their lineup two seasons ago. Back then, the folks at Nearly Naked wisely ...

Judicial appointments have been used to foster a slow-growing sense of instability within our country. Strategic appointments were the first step. Journalism followed, becoming a vehicle for rumors ...