Statements (164)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:play
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:Iphigenia_in_Aulis opera adaptations |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:films
gptkb:opera ballets |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Euripides
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| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Orestes
gptkb:choir gptkb:Thoas gptkb:communication gptkb:Pylades |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
analyzed for its themes
performed in various adaptations well-received in classical studies |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired films
performed worldwide inspired adaptations influenced later literature performed in theaters worldwide studied in literature courses adapted into operas influenced modern storytelling studied in academic settings explored themes of betrayal explored themes of love explored themes of redemption explored themes of divine intervention explored themes of human suffering explored themes of justice explored themes of revenge explored themes of the human condition explored themes of loyalty explored themes of exile explored themes of the nature of evil explored themes of the nature of truth explored themes of destiny explored themes of power dynamics explored themes of the impact of fate on human lives explored themes of the impact of love on personal growth explored themes of the impact of betrayal on relationships explored themes of conflict resolution explored themes of cultural identity explored themes of familial loyalty explored themes of loyalty to family versus duty explored themes of moral dilemmas explored themes of personal sacrifice explored themes of sacrifice for the greater good explored themes of the consequences of ambition explored themes of the consequences of choices explored themes of the consequences of loyalty. explored themes of the consequences of war explored themes of the nature of happiness explored themes of the nature of justice explored themes of the nature of love explored themes of the nature of sacrifice explored themes of the quest for redemption explored themes of the role of women in society explored themes of the search for identity explored themes of the search for meaning in life explored themes of the struggle for justice explored themes of the struggle for power explored themes of the struggle for survival explored themes of the nature of sacrifice in relationships explored themes of the role of fate in human affairs explored themes of the complexity of human emotions explored themes of the impact of societal norms on individual choices explored themes of the relationship between gods and mortals explored themes of the relationship between freedom and responsibility explored themes of the relationship between power and morality |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
explores themes of identity
exploration of human emotions explores themes of loyalty depiction of divine intervention explores themes of justice reflection on moral dilemmas |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
circa 405 BC
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:tragedy
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
influenced by mythology
reflects ancient Greek values set in the aftermath of the Trojan War |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Iphigenia in Tauris
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| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:theater
Western literature |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
inspired films
inspired operas inspired novels |
| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:Ancient_Greek
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| gptkbp:legacy |
performed worldwide
studied in literature courses adapted into various art forms performed in educational institutions considered a classic of ancient Greek literature influenced Western drama remains relevant in modern discussions of ethics considered a classic of Greek literature |
| gptkbp:literary_devices |
uses foreshadowing
uses symbolism uses dramatic irony |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Orestes
gptkb:Iphigenia gptkb:Thoas gptkb:Pylades |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
Contemporary adaptations
Royal National Theatre production Theater of Dionysus production Theater productions in the 20th century Bard College production Theater Royal Bath production Theater for a New Audience production Theater of the Absurd production Theater of the Oppressed production Theater of the People production Theater of the Round production Theater of the World production |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" The gods are not to be trifled with."
" The gods are not to be trifled with" " I am a daughter of Agamemnon" |
| gptkbp:original_language |
gptkb:Ancient_Greek
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| gptkbp:performance |
translated into multiple languages
performed in modern adaptations performed in ancient Greece adapted in modern theater |
| gptkbp:performance_tradition |
adapted for radio and television
revived in modern theater performed in ancient Greece |
| gptkbp:plot |
gptkb:Iphigenia's_rescue
the revelation of identity identity revelation Iphigenia's escape plan Orestes' arrival sacrifice of strangers the conflict with Thoas |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
c. 414 BC
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| gptkbp:premiered_on |
circa 414 BC
circa 405 BC |
| gptkbp:published_in |
various collections of Euripides' works
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| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:Orestes
gptkb:Oresteia gptkb:Iphigenia_in_Aulis gptkb:The_Iliad gptkb:The_Odyssey |
| gptkbp:scholarships |
analyzed in feminist readings
analyzed for its character development discussed in post-colonial studies explored in psychoanalytic interpretations examined in historical context interpreted through various critical lenses compared to other works by Euripides studied for its themes of fate and free will |
| gptkbp:setting |
Tauris
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
represents loyalty
represents sacrifice represents fate |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:fate
gptkb:identity gptkb:sacrifice gptkb:family |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Euripides
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Euripides
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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