Rhapsodes were the master storytellers of Ancient Greece who memorized and performed thousands of lines of Homer's works.

A new film about Modigliani, directed by Johnny Depp,  Modigliani – Three Days on the Wing of Madness, is released this week.

Shakespeare showed us the fatal convergence of pride, misperception and political paralysis. In “ Coriolanus ,” the warrior ...

The playwright borrows elements of Greek tragedy for his story about a lesser-known king who provides defensive aid in the final stages of the siege of Troy.

At the core of every Greek tragedy, the structure plays a significant role in developing the plot, characters, and themes. The formal structure of these dramas can provide critical lessons for modern ...

My late classics professor taught me that Ancient Greek tragedy dramatized different points of view, insisted on empathy, and warned against hubris. What would he have made of our current moment?

On Oct. 28, 2015, an overloaded boat filled with refugees broke up and capsized off the coast of Lesvos, a Greek island. Hundreds were thrown into the water, and dozens were killed.

Modern art forms often lack this universality, instead reflecting the tastes of specific demographics. Furthermore, the Enlightenment’s emphasis on reason, science and progress suppressed the ...

Known for his innovative dance works, Shechter has reimagined the Greek chorus as a troupe of dancers, adding a unique movement element to the classic tragedy. Oedipus at the Old Vic runs until March ...

It is possible to trace the story of humanity through the metal that we have extracted from the Earth's surface.

Greek Tragedy is a retro-styled indie survival horror game with puzzle elements. Help Amy keep her life on the college campus overrun by cultists and maybe save her relationship in the process ...

Premiering at TIFF, The Return strips away the mythological elements of the epic poem, presenting a raw and intimate portrayal of a soldier’s return after 20 years. Physically transformed and ...