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Phèdre
Phèdre is a French neoclassical tragedy by Jean Racine, first performed in 1677 and based on stories from Greek mythology and earlier drama. It follows Phaedra, queen of Athens, whose forbidden passion for her stepson Hippolytus leads to deception, accusation, and the destruction of her household. Written in rhymed alexandrine verse, the play is distinguished by its concentrated structure, psychol...
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Antigone
Antigone is an ancient Greek tragedy by Sophocles, first performed in Athens around 441 BCE. After a civil war in Thebes, Antigone defies King Creon's order by performing burial rites for her brother Polynices, whom Creon has declared a traitor. Their confrontation leads to multiple deaths and explores the conflict between state authority and religious obligation, as well as pride, family loyalty,...
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