
Classicist Dr Michael Scott journeys to Athens to explore how drama first began. He discovers that from the very start it was about more than just entertainment - it was a reaction to real events, it was a driving force in history and it was deeply connected to Athenian democracy. In fact, the story of theatre is the story of Athens.
Air Date: 2013-08-27
A look at how drama in Athens was deeply connected to Athenian democracy.
Air Date: 2013-09-03
Classicist Dr Michael Scott looks at the dramatic decline of Athens and the remarkable triumph and transformation of ...
Air Date: 2013-09-10
Classicist Dr Michael Scott examines the vital role played by the Romans in the preservation of Greek drama and in th...