Oresteia

Mosul’s Greek tragedy

The mythical figure of Agamemnon lies dead against the backdrop of the ruins of the war-torn Iraqi city of Mosul during rehearsals of an adaptation of the 'Oresteia,' a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Athenian dramatist Aeschylus in the 5th century BC.

Agamemnon | Epidaurus | July 6-7

Aeschylus' "Agamemnon" takes center stage next weekend at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus as part of the Athens and Epidaurus Festival. Plotting, unfortunate fates and morality loom large in the first play of the "Oresteia" trilogy, which focuses on the return of Agamemnon to his kingdom and family. The play will be in Greek with English surtitles. Both performances begin at 9 p.m.

Oresteia | Athens | September 7

Following performances at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus in July, Aeschylus' "Oresteia" trilogy goes on stage at the Herod Atticus Theater in Athens on Wednesday, September 7. Directed by Yiannis Houvardas, the play explores contrasting themes such as revenge and justice, with a cast led by Constantinos Markoulakis and Karyofyllia Karabeti. The performance is set to start at 9.15 p.m.