https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bacchanals--7044666enBooksCopyright Drama Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c320f7471b5142980bb55015e43d8a82.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bacchanals--7044666Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:04 +0000EuripidesDrama Genrespreaker49@podcastlibrary.orgEuripides' Bacchae is based on the Greek myth of King Pentheus of Thebes and his mother Agave and their punishment by the god Dionysus who proclaims that he has come to Thebes to avenge the slander that he is not the son of Zeus. He intends to...falsead0a5a75-718f-5bde-be0f-cba9b591385aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--74488319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74488319Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Euripides"Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars" by Lucan captures the tumultuous events of the Roman Civil Wars with vivid and dramatic episodes that explore themes of ambition, conflict, and the human condition. This epic poem, steeped in the...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stolen-heiress-susanna-centlivre--74435342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74435342Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:08 +0000Euripides"Stolen Heiress" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating tale that explores themes of identity, deception, and the quest for love amidst societal constraints. This engaging story highlights the trials and triumphs of its characters as they navigate the...8074falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-aeschylus--74374742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74374742Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000Euripides"Persians" by Aeschylus is a profound exploration of loss and the consequences of hubris, as it recounts the aftermath of the Persian defeat at the Battle of Salamis. This timeless tragedy resonates with themes of power, fate, and the fragility of...3959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cyrano-de-bergerac-hooker-translation-edmond-rostand--74300085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74300085Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0000EuripidesCyrano de Bergerac, translated by Hooker, is a timeless tale of unrequited love, wit, and the struggle for self-identity. The story revolves around the eloquent and noble Cyrano, who, despite his remarkable intellect and poetic talent, grapples with...17237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-021-various--74189478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74189478Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:28 +0000EuripidesDive into "One-Act Play Collection 021-Various," a captivating anthology that showcases a diverse array of one-act plays, including the thought-provoking piece "Bacchanals." This collection offers a rich tapestry of themes that explore the...17542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-carlos-friedrich-schiller--74123182https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74123182Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:46 +0000Euripides"Don Carlos" by Friedrich Schiller is a profound exploration of political intrigue, personal sacrifice, and the quest for freedom in a repressive society. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition, the play delves into the struggles of its...22875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-euripides--74078490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74078490Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:12 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Aulis" by Euripides delves into the moral dilemmas faced by characters in the face of war and sacrifice. The play centers around the tension between duty and personal desire, exploring themes of loyalty, the consequences of leadership,...5998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-of-merlin-the-childe-hath-found-his-father-william-rowley-william-shakespeare--74023464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74023464Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:17 +0000Euripides"Birth of Merlin: The Childe Hath Found His Father" is a compelling exploration of identity and destiny, co-written by William Rowley and William Shakespeare. This play delves into the themes of lineage and the quest for self-discovery, as the titular...9544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-1-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--73967741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73967741Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000EuripidesInstitutio Oratoria (On the Education of an Orator), volume 1 by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus is a foundational text on the art of rhetoric and the education of orators. Quintilian emphasizes the importance of training and moral character in effective...34425falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hecuba-euripides--73910276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73910276Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:51 +0000EuripidesHecuba, a powerful tragedy by Euripides, delves into themes of loss, vengeance, and the depths of human despair in the wake of war. The story centers on Hecuba, the former queen of Troy, as she grapples with the devastating aftermath of conflict and...4911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-1-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73796432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73796432Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000Euripides"Annals Vol 1" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a detailed account of the Roman Empire, chronicling the events and intrigues that shaped its history. This work stands as a testament to Tacitus's keen insights into power, governance, and human...23020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/falstaff-s-wedding-1760-version-william-kenrick--73759321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73759321Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Euripides"Falstaff's Wedding" by William Kenrick presents a unique and humorous take on the beloved character of Sir John Falstaff, known from Shakespeare's works. This 1760 version explores themes of love, marriage, and the folly of human nature, showcasing...12190falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mice-and-men-madeleine-lucette-ryley--73727803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73727803Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:25 +0000Euripides"Mice and Men" by Madeleine Lucette Ryley explores the complexities of human relationships and the intricate dance between aspiration and reality. This poignant tale delves into the dreams and struggles of its characters, reflecting timeless themes of...10618falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persuasion-version-6-dramatic-reading-jane-austen--73703964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73703964Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:53:11 +0000Euripides"Persuasion," a dramatic reading of Jane Austen's timeless novel, explores themes of love, regret, and the complexities of social expectations. The story follows Anne Elliot, who grapples with the consequences of her past decisions as she navigates...30229falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adrienne-lecouvreur-ernest-legouve-eugene-scribe--73680478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73680478Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:40:43 +0000Euripides"Adrienne Lecouvreur" by Ernest Legouvé and Eugène Scribe is a captivating exploration of the life of the renowned 18th-century French actress Adrienne Lecouvreur, whose talent and passion left an indelible mark on the world of theater. This timeless...8830falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philippics-marcus-tullius-cicero--73654976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73654976Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:05:34 +0000Euripides"Philippics" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a powerful collection of speeches that critiques the political climate of Cicero's time, particularly targeting the ambitions of Mark Antony. This work stands as a testament to the enduring struggle for justice...35184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchae-euripides--73626691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73626691Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:57:14 +0000Euripides"Bacchae" by Euripides is a powerful exploration of the duality of human nature, the conflict between reason and instinct, and the consequences of denying one's primal urges. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of faith, identity, and the...5720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--73299557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73299557Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:02:18 +0000Euripides"Bacchanals" by Euripides explores the themes of divine retribution and the conflict between civilization and primal instincts. This timeless tragedy delves into the consequences of denying the power of the gods and the chaos that ensues when societal...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--72071529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071529Tue, 19 May 2026 16:47:12 +0000EuripidesEuripides' Bacchae is based on the Greek myth of King Pentheus of Thebes and his mother Agave and their punishment by the god Dionysus who proclaims that he has come to Thebes to avenge the slander that he is not the son of Zeus. He intends to...5588agave,bacchae,bacchanals,cadmus,dionysus,dramatic,euripides,pentheus,readings,thebesfalsefull