https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/antigone--7031850enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fce784acb62bfad329ae2342e8873d14.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/antigone--7031850Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0000SophoclesGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThis is the final installment in Sophocles' Theban Plays, following Oedipus Rex and Oedipus at Colonus. Oedipus's daughter Antigone deliberately breaks the laws of Thebes when she buries her brother's body and is sentenced to death. She clashes with...false95ba76a4-9d11-5af1-ae97-43c2a45f5600episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-against-thebes-aeschylus--74469082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74469082Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Sophocles"Seven Against Thebes" by Aeschylus delves into the tragic conflict between the brothers Eteocles and Polynices as they vie for control of Thebes, culminating in a gripping exploration of fate, loyalty, and the consequences of ambition. This timeless...4205falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taming-of-the-shrew-william-shakespeare--74424049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74424049Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000SophoclesWilliam Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" explores the complexities of love, marriage, and societal expectations through the spirited battle of wits between the headstrong Katherina and her suitor, Petruchio. This timeless comedy delves into themes...8788falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-you-like-it-william-shakespeare--74343170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74343170Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000Sophocles"As You Like It" by William Shakespeare is a timeless exploration of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of a pastoral world. The play invites listeners to reflect on the nature of happiness and the...8608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oresteia-aeschylus--74287452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74287452Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Sophocles"Oresteia" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of justice, vengeance, and the complexities of human morality. This ancient Greek trilogy delves into the consequences of crime and the quest for balance in a fractured society, making it a timeless...15576falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cymbeline-william-shakespeare--74170862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74170862Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:25 +0000SophoclesCymbeline, a lesser-known work by William Shakespeare, weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal strife, the play explores themes of fidelity, identity, and...12431falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/salome-oscar-wilde--74112184https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112184Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Sophocles"Salome" by Oscar Wilde is a captivating one-act play that delves into themes of desire, power, and the complexities of human emotion. Set against the backdrop of the biblical tale of Salome, the narrative explores her obsession with the prophet John...4241falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jean-valjean-or-the-shadow-of-the-law-harry-clifford-fulton--74063450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74063450Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Sophocles"Jean Valjean; or, The Shadow of the Law" by Harry Clifford Fulton delves into the life of Jean Valjean, a character emblematic of the struggle between law and morality. This story explores themes of redemption, justice, and the complexities of human...9756falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-sophocles--74009016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74009016Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:24 +0000SophoclesAntigone by Sophocles is a timeless exploration of duty, morality, and the struggle between individual conscience and state law. The story centers on a young woman who defies the king's edict to honor her deceased brother, highlighting the conflict...4363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-012-various--73953227https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73953227Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000SophoclesOne-Act Play Collection 012-Various presents a diverse array of theatrical works, showcasing the creativity and depth of one-act plays. This collection invites listeners to experience the powerful emotions and thought-provoking themes that...19905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amazons-a-farcical-romance-arthur-wing-pinero--73894157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73894157Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:06 +0000Sophocles"Amazons: A Farcical Romance" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a humorous exploration of love and gender roles, set against the backdrop of a whimsical narrative that captures the essence of romantic entanglements. This engaging play delves into the...9608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-mariam-elizabeth-cary--73819635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73819635Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:19 +0000SophoclesThe "Tragedy of Mariam" by Elizabeth Cary is a powerful exploration of themes such as love, loyalty, and the struggle for agency in a patriarchal society. This compelling work delves into the complexities of female identity and the consequences of...8069falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faust-ii-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--73781194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73781194Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:25 +0000Sophocles"Faust II" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe continues the profound journey of its titular character, exploring themes of redemption, the quest for knowledge, and the complexities of human experience. This work delves into the dualities of existence, the...26486falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/father-august-strindberg--73745679https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73745679Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:34 +0000SophoclesFather-August Strindberg delves into the complexities of faith, identity, and the human experience through the lens of its titular character. This work invites listeners to explore the profound struggles and reflections that shape one's understanding...6286falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-gentlemen-of-verona-william-shakespeare--73717513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717513Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:53 +0000Sophocles"Two Gentlemen of Verona" by William Shakespeare explores themes of friendship, love, and betrayal through the intertwined lives of two young men and their romantic pursuits. As they navigate the complexities of loyalty and desire, the play delves...7620falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-death-of-king-john-william-shakespeare--73694892https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694892Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:04 +0000Sophocles"Life and Death of King John" by William Shakespeare delves into the complexities of power, loyalty, and the human condition through the tumultuous reign of King John of England. This gripping narrative explores themes of legitimacy, conflict, and the...8918falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-015-various--73670164https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73670164Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:11:02 +0000Sophocles"One-Act Play Collection 015-Various" presents a captivating array of theatrical works, showcasing the artistry and depth of one-act plays. This collection invites listeners to explore the diverse themes and emotions that resonate through concise...22986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-stuart-friedrich-schiller--73645797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645797Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:45:01 +0000Sophocles"Mary Stuart-Friedrich Schiller" delves into the complex and tragic life of Mary Stuart, exploring themes of power, loyalty, and the struggle for identity. Schiller's poignant portrayal captures the emotional turmoil of a queen caught in the...14492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/roaring-girl-thomas-dekker-thomas-middleton--73608064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73608064Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:02:53 +0000Sophocles"Roaring Girl," a collaboration between Thomas Dekker and Thomas Middleton, is a vibrant exploration of gender roles and societal expectations in early 17th-century London. The play centers on the bold and unconventional character of Moll Cutpurse, a...10453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-lear-version-2-william-shakespeare--73290897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73290897Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:55:10 +0000Sophocles"King Lear (version 2)" by William Shakespeare is a timeless tragedy that explores themes of power, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. The story delves into the consequences of betrayal and the quest for identity, as Lear's journey...12232falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-sophocles--71997128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71997128Wed, 13 May 2026 22:47:27 +0000SophoclesThis is the final installment in Sophocles' Theban Plays, following Oedipus Rex and Oedipus at Colonus. Oedipus's daughter Antigone deliberately breaks the laws of Thebes when she buries her brother's body and is sentenced to death. She clashes with...4468antigone,antiquity,classics,elizabeth,greek,latin,laws,oedipus,sophocles,thebesfalsefull