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.
Show Info
Schedule: Tuesdays at 21:00
(60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type:
Documentary
Genres:
History
Episodes ordered: 3 episodes
Official site: www.bbc.co.uk
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Previous Episode
Romans
Episode 1x03; Sep 10, 2013
Dr Michael Scott explores how the Romans absorbed Greek theatre and how their empire provides a crucial connection between modern drama and the plays of the ancient Greeks.
Previous Episodes
| Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| 1x03: Romans | Sep 10, 2013 | |
| 1x02: Kings | Sep 3, 2013 | |
| 1x01: Democrats | Aug 27, 2013 |
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