Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth
Series Overview
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.
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
59 min per episode
2013 – Present
Premiered: Tue, Aug 27, 2013
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Season 1, Episode 3: “Romans”
Classicist Dr Michael Scott examines the vital role played by the Romans in the preservation of Greek drama and in the history of theatre. He explores how the Romans absorbed Greek theatre and adapted it to their own, very Roman, ends and looks at how this famous empire provides one of the crucial connections between our modern drama and the great plays of the ancient Greeks.
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What is Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth about?
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.
How many seasons does Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth have?
Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth?
Key cast members in Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth include Michael Scott.
Who created or directed Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth?
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