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|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:legend
gptkb:Monarch gptkb:earthquake gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Politician
gptkb:Sultan gptkb:Native_American_tribe gptkb:Ovid's_Metamorphoses gptkb:mythological_figure |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:Oedipus_(ballet)
gptkb:Oedipus_(musical) gptkb:Oedipus_(novel) gptkb:Oedipus_the_King gptkb:Oedipus_the_King_(graphic_novel) gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:Oedipus_(opera) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(film) gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus modern retellings Sophocles' Oedipus Rex The King Oedipus (play) |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
various films
various forms of media various plays |
| gptkbp:aims_to |
kill his father
marry his mother |
| gptkbp:alter_ego |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus |
| gptkbp:architectural_style |
gptkb:earthquake
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:earthquake
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Sophocles
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:award
gptkb:Helen_Hayes_Award |
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex
|
| gptkbp:bitterness |
gptkb:Creon
|
| gptkbp:born |
gptkb:Jocasta
gptkb:Laius |
| gptkbp:budget |
kill his father and marry his mother
kill his father marry his mother bring disaster to Thebes Kill his father Marry his mother |
| gptkbp:challenges |
the concept of destiny
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Sophocles gptkb:Antigone gptkb:The_Sphinx gptkb:Creon gptkb:choir gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Laius gptkb:mobile_application gptkb:Ismene a cautionary tale human suffering the limits of human understanding tragic flaw |
| gptkbp:character_appearance |
art and literature
|
| gptkbp:character_relationships |
destiny and choice
|
| gptkbp:character_traits |
psychological depth
|
| gptkbp:characteristics |
determined
tragic flaw |
| gptkbp:child |
gptkb:Iocaste
gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Laius |
| gptkbp:children |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:Eteocles gptkb:Ismene gptkb:Polyneices |
| gptkbp:conflict |
gptkb:Tiresias
man vs. fate free will and fate |
| gptkbp:consequences |
his actions
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| gptkbp:convicted_of |
gptkb:Laius
blindness his father, Laius his father Laius |
| gptkbp:created |
gptkb:Politician
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
acclaimed
positive controversial |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
psychological analysis
philosophical discussions Freudian theory inspired films inspired adaptations literary references inspired artworks inspired operas inspired novels |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:mythological_figure Western literature |
| gptkbp:defeated |
gptkb:the_Sphinx
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:various_adaptations
various artworks |
| gptkbp:died_in |
gptkb:Colonus
|
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Robert_Wilson
|
| gptkbp:discovered_by |
his true identity
his true parentage |
| gptkbp:emergency_services |
self-discovery
central theme of fate |
| gptkbp:end_of_life |
self-blinding
|
| gptkbp:enforces |
gptkb:Creon
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| gptkbp:events |
gptkb:hubris
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| gptkbp:evokes |
sympathy and pity
|
| gptkbp:faced |
gptkb:the_Sphinx
gptkb:Order internal conflict the wrath of the gods moral dilemmas the inevitability of fate tragic consequences |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
' I am Oedipus'
|
| gptkbp:fate |
inevitable
kill his father and marry his mother suffer Tragedy killed his father married his mother to kill his father and marry his mother kill his father marry his mother to kill his father to marry his mother |
| gptkbp:father |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:Laius gptkb:Eteocles gptkb:Ismene gptkb:Polyneices |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
429 BC
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| gptkbp:focuses_on |
the theme of fate vs. free will
the play's moral lessons |
| gptkbp:form |
gptkb:play
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:earthquake
|
| gptkbp:governed_by |
gptkb:Thebes
his confrontation with Creon |
| gptkbp:has |
tragic flaw
|
| gptkbp:has_a |
tragic flaw
|
| gptkbp:has_character |
adapted into films
explored in psychoanalysis analyzed in various disciplines the subject of moral discussions the subject of many plays and films the focus of philosophical inquiry the subject of deconstructionist readings the subject of feminist readings the subject of queer theory analysis |
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Polynices
gptkb:Antigone gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Laius gptkb:Eteocles gptkb:Ismene gptkb:Polyneices |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Creon
gptkb:Order his own fate |
| gptkbp:has_gameplay_element |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:has_lore |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:literary_work gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Sophocles'_plays Western literature classical literature Greek tragedies his fate killing his father marrying his mother |
| gptkbp:has_role |
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex
|
| gptkbp:historical_figure |
seeks to uncover the truth
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Oedipus
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| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:theatre gptkb:psychologist gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:literary_work Western literature Freudian theory |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:literary_work
modern theater contemporary playwrights theatre directors theatre critics |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:modernism
gptkb:Sophocles gptkb:mythological_figure literary traditions literature and drama throughout history |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:existentialism
Freudian theory |
| gptkbp:inspired |
art and literature
|
| gptkbp:is |
a tragic hero
a tragic figure a character in Greek mythology a figure in folklore a subject of academic study a victim of fate a character in adaptations a character in modern adaptations a character who seeks knowledge a subject of philosophical discussions a subject of literary criticism a representation of the human condition a character that faces moral dilemmas a subject of analysis in literature a character in films a character in novels a subject of psychological analysis a subject of theatrical performances a character in various adaptations a character in operas a figure of irony a character in art a symbol of human suffering a character that embodies the conflict between fate and free will a figure that illustrates the conflict between individual and society a character that faces the limits of human understanding a figure that represents the tragic consequences of ignorance a figure that illustrates the complexity of human nature a central figure in the study of tragedy a character in the Theban plays a character that embodies the theme of loss a character that evokes pity and fear a character that reflects societal values a character that symbolizes the quest for truth a character who faces his destiny a figure in Greek tragedy a figure in cultural references a figure that challenges the gods a representation of the tragic hero archetype a subject of psychoanalytic interpretations a tragic figure in Western literature associated with the theme of blindness and sight a subject of various interpretations in literature and psychology the king of Thebes the protagonist of Oedipus Rex a character that undergoes a journey of self-discovery a character that embodies the struggle for identity a character that represents the consequences of hubris a central figure in Theban plays a character in ancient Greek drama a character in critical analyses a character in discussions of fate vs free will a character in discussions of free will a character in discussions of identity a character in discussions of morality a character in discussions of tragedy a character in philosophical debates a character in poetry a character in retellings a character in storytelling a figure in Freudian theory a figure in discussions of destiny a figure in discussions of ethics a figure in discussions of human nature a representation of moral dilemmas a subject of existential inquiry a subject of moral lessons a subject of psychoanalytic theory |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:political_movement gptkb:father gptkb:legend gptkb:Monarch gptkb:Politician gptkb:comic_book gptkb:fictional_character gptkb:earthquake gptkb:artifact gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:character Tragic Figure husband symbol of knowledge Cultural Hero Heroic Figure Tragic Heroine cautionary tale Victim of Fate symbol of fate and free will hero of Thebes symbol of blindness Literary Symbol Symbol of Fate Symbol of Redemption Symbol of Tragedy character in literature Victim of Circumstance subject of academic studies Symbol of Suffering subject of academic research symbol of tragedy example of irony Symbol of Knowledge cautionary figure mythological archetype character in poetry figure in folklore symbol of the quest for identity symbol of the search for meaning tragic character character in Greek mythology character in modern adaptations character in operas character in plays figure in ballet figure in classical literature figure in mythology character in historical analysis character in mythological studies character in philosophical literature figure in cultural studies figure in literary criticism figure in philosophical discussions figure in storytelling subject of many adaptations character in historical fiction character in modern literature Philosophical Figure character in existential literature character in literary criticism figure in comparative mythology figure in historical analysis figure in mythological studies figure in storytelling traditions figure in ancient Greek culture figure in cultural criticism figure in cultural history figure in history figure in literary history figure in literary movements figure in narrative studies figure in philosophy figure in psychology figure in sociology symbol of the human condition figure in Western literature symbol of guilt and redemption symbol of human suffering tragic protagonist character in films character in novels figure in drama symbol of fate symbol of tragic fate character in cultural narratives character in literary theory character in narrative structures character in narrative theory figure in literary analysis tragic figure in literature cultural reference in literature subject of analysis character in film adaptations figure in art figure in literary studies character in theatrical performances character in narrative structure character in operatic adaptations character in theater subject of literary analysis symbol of guilt symbol of the complexity of human relationships symbol of the search for meaning in life symbol of the struggle for redemption figure in ancient history figure in art and literature character in discussions of the human condition character in classical literature symbol of the complexity of human nature Symbol of Guilt example of the human condition symbol of the search for truth character in philosophical discourse patricide symbol of the complexity of human emotions character in cultural studies figure in cultural references symbol of the consequences of hubris symbol of the fragility of human existence symbol of the inevitability of fate symbol of the limits of human understanding symbol of the quest for understanding character in performance studies cautionary tale about hubris symbol of the search for justice symbol of the struggle against fate figure in discussions of power dynamics example of the struggle for identity figure in modern retellings symbol of the tragedy of love figure in ethical studies figure in psychoanalysis character in Greek tragedy example of the struggle against fate figure in ancient Greek drama central character in Greek mythology character in Sophoclean drama character in ancient drama character in classical studies character in comparative literature character in drama studies character in educational curricula character in existential studies character in social studies character in the Theban plays character in tragic narratives cursed figure figure in Sophocles' plays figure in literary adaptation figure in tragedy studies figure of Greek tragedy subject of philosophical analysis subject of psychoanalytic theory symbol of the consequences of pride figure in Greek tragedy figure in discussions of free will figure in music Tragic Protagonist symbol of the consequences of choice example of tragic flaw symbol of the consequences of societal expectations central character in Greek tragedy central figure in Greek tragedy character in comparative mythology character in discussions of fate and choice character in discussions of morality and ethics character in tragedy studies figure in discussions of destiny figure in discussions of family dynamics figure in discussions of fate vs. free will figure in discussions of human experience figure in discussions of human nature figure in discussions of identity figure in discussions of morality figure in discussions of societal norms figure in discussions of tragedy figure in discussions of tragedy and comedy protagonist in Sophocles' plays figure in discussions of the role of the individual Greek tragedy character central figure in Sophocles' plays character in ancient Greek plays character in ancient history character in existential discussions character in operas and films character in philosophical inquiry character in psychoanalytic literature character in various art forms character studied in literature courses figure in literary archetypes figure in literary theory figure in tragedy analysis figure in tragedy theory hero of a tragic story icon of tragic literature incestuous figure mythical king of Thebes protagonist in a tragedy subject of literary adaptations subject of moral lessons character in Sophocles' plays symbol of the conflict between personal desires and fate symbol of the conflict between free will and destiny example of familial conflict example of fate vs free will example of moral responsibility example of self-discovery example of the complexity of fate example of the conflict between man and the gods example of the consequences of ignorance example of the consequences of pride example of the duality of human nature example of the inevitability of fate example of the limits of knowledge example of the nature of evil example of the power of prophecy example of the quest for redemption example of the search for truth example of the search for truth and meaning example of the tragedy of ignorance example of the tragedy of self-realization example of the tragic hero's journey example of tragic consequences subject of psychoanalysis symbol of knowledge and ignorance symbol of the complexity of fate symbol of the complexity of moral dilemmas symbol of the conflict between fate and free will symbol of the consequences of fate symbol of the consequences of human actions symbol of the consequences of ignorance symbol of the duality of existence symbol of the duality of fate and free will symbol of the human struggle against destiny symbol of the inevitability of fate and suffering symbol of the inevitability of suffering symbol of the power of fate symbol of the quest for justice and truth symbol of the quest for personal truth symbol of the quest for truth and knowledge symbol of the search for self-awareness symbol of the search for self-identity symbol of the struggle against the unknown symbol of the struggle for truth symbol of the tragedy of existence symbol of the tragedy of fate and choice. symbol of the tragedy of knowledge symbol of the tragedy of knowledge and ignorance symbol of the tragedy of life symbol of the tragedy of the human experience symbol of the tragic hero's journey symbol of tragic flaw symbol of the struggle for redemption and forgiveness Cursed King character in ' Oedipus Rex' figure in film figure in opera central figure in the Theban cycle character in Sophocles' tragedies cultural reference in psychology key figure in Greek literature mythological archetype in literature mythological tragic hero tragic figure in Western literature Psychological Figure Symbol of Human Condition Symbol of Ignorance Victim of Prophecy |
| gptkbp:is_a_figure_in |
gptkb:Theban_plays
gptkb:Antigone gptkb:earthquake gptkb:archaeological_site gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:The_Theban_Plays gptkb:Sophocles'_plays Western literature cultural studies philosophical discussions classical literature artistic representations the struggle against fate mythological studies the Oedipus complex the Theban plays mythological analysis the subject of literary criticism the subject of historical analysis reinterpreted in modern works the subject of cultural studies. the subject of existential analysis the subject of operatic adaptations the subject of post-colonial readings the subject of structuralist analysis adapted in various forms of art the story of Oedipus and the Sphinx the theme of blindness and sight |
| gptkbp:is_a_solution_for |
gptkb:Riddle_of_the_Sphinx
gptkb:the_riddle_of_the_Sphinx gptkb:The_Riddle_of_the_Sphinx gptkb:The_Sphinx's_riddle gptkb:Sphinx's_riddle Sphinx's Riddle |
| gptkbp:is_acharacter_in |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:films gptkb:Antigone gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:novel gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:Sophocles'_plays gptkb:The_Seven_Against_Thebes philosophical discussions modern adaptations various operas the works of Nietzsche the Oedipus complex is tragic psychological analyses the works of Sophocles the works of Hegel the works of Carl Jung the works of Sigmund Freud is flawed the works of Aristotle is a king is a victim of fate is searching for truth is tragic due to fate |
| gptkbp:is_adopted_by |
gptkb:Polybus
|
| gptkbp:is_affected_by |
hamartia
|
| gptkbp:is_aimed_at |
gptkb:Creon
|
| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
gptkb:literary_work
moral lessons cultural studies philosophical discussions literary studies philosophy and ethics sociological contexts his moral dilemmas drama theory sociocultural contexts its themes of destiny and choice |
| gptkbp:is_arepresentation_of |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:Order family and loyalty the consequences of pride the struggle for power the struggle for identity the struggle against fate the nature of truth the nature of justice suffering and redemption the consequences of actions the consequences of hubris the search for meaning the search for truth the nature of evil the consequences of betrayal the inevitability of fate the complexity of human nature the struggle for justice the search for redemption the struggle for truth guilt and innocence the nature of sacrifice the impact of family dynamics the nature of human relationships knowledge and ignorance the consequences of choice the burden of knowledge the consequences of ignorance the role of fate in human life the role of the gods in human affairs the nature of love and loss the impact of societal norms the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations the nature of human ambition the nature of human conflict the nature of human suffering the impact of prophecy blindness and sight the complexity of moral choices the conflict between free will and destiny the consequences of ignorance and knowledge the impact of fate on personal relationships the impact of tragedy on society the moral lessons of tragedy the nature of familial loyalty the tragedy of fate the tragedy of human existence the tragedy of self-discovery |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:Thebes
gptkb:hubris gptkb:earthquake gptkb:Order gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:Fate gptkb:Hubris the concept of fate the concept of hubris self-discovery blindness the city of Thebes fate and destiny the Oedipus complex the concept of free will the concept of prophecy the theme of fate the theme of knowledge fate and prophecy the theme of fate vs. free will the concept of tragic irony the theme of blindness the theme of sight the concept of blindness the theme of blindness and sight |
| gptkbp:is_challenged_by |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon his own identity |
| gptkbp:is_character_in |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:church gptkb:theatre gptkb:educational_curricula gptkb:Sophocles'_tragedies gptkb:Antigone gptkb:earthquake gptkb:opera gptkb:The_Oedipus_Trilogy gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:novel gptkb:literary_work gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:poet gptkb:film thematic studies various media cultural studies scholarly articles classical literature historical analyses modern adaptations modern literature various films psychological studies ballets multiple adaptations literary critiques psychological literature theater history mythological studies the Oedipus complex cultural critiques modern plays modern retellings literary adaptations opera adaptations various philosophical contexts faces moral dilemmas is often depicted in theater is often referenced in popular culture represents the struggle against fate the downfall of his family the dangers of ignorance faces tragic consequences is central to the theme of fate is often analyzed in psychology kills his father marries his mother represents human flaws seeks to uncover the truth Sophocles' play faces his destiny is a cautionary tale. unravels the truth a dramatic transformation the context of tragedy. |
| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
the gods
The Gods his father Laius |
| gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:academic_circles gptkb:literary_work literary circles |
| gptkbp:is_driven_by |
gptkb:Order
desperation desire to uncover the truth |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:Sophocles'_plays plays by Sophocles |
| gptkbp:is_from |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
gptkb:earthquake
a Tragic Cycle |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:psychologist gptkb:earthquake gptkb:Oedipus_Rex Self-Discovery his tragic choices tragic fate his intelligence his tragic fate Tragic Flaw his determination his tragic downfall quest for knowledge his quest for truth his tragic destiny his tragic irony his tragic realization solving the Sphinx's riddle his complex character tragic flaws his downfall his moral dilemmas his tragic flaws his tragic flaw his complex character development quest for truth his search for identity solving the riddle of the Sphinx his Intelligence his tragic recognition his search for truth his tragic fate and downfall |
| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
gptkb:the_Oracle_of_Delphi
the theme of blindness |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
gptkb:physicist
gptkb:theatre gptkb:philosophical_debates gptkb:psychologist gptkb:organization academic discussions modern psychology the concept of irony the theme of blindness |
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
gptkb:Macbeth
gptkb:mythological_figure other tragic heroes |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:artwork art and literature a tragic hero a cautionary tale a tragic figure a seeker of truth a wise ruler a tragic victim a victim of fate analyzed in literary criticism a tragic figure in literature a tragic figure in art a seeker of knowledge a noble character a tragic king tragically flawed a king of Thebes blind in old age compared to other tragic heroes misunderstood in modern interpretations used in discussions of fate and free will. a blind man in later adaptations a symbol of human suffering |
| gptkbp:is_opposed_by |
his pride
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:The_Theban_Plays the Theban plays |
| gptkbp:is_played_by |
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex
|
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:organization
Freudian theory modern adaptations modern literature psychology (Oedipus complex) |
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
The House Of Thebes
|
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
the human condition
|
| gptkbp:is_sought_after_by |
gptkb:TV_series
truth Laius' murder |
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:literary_work literature courses literature and psychology |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
redemption
human suffering guilt search for truth inevitability of fate |
| gptkbp:kingdom |
gptkb:Thebes
|
| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:City
English |
| gptkbp:leadership |
gptkb:Thebes
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:losses |
gptkb:Thebes
|
| gptkbp:lost_and_found |
truth
|
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Oedipus
gptkb:Oedipus_the_King gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:The_Theban_Plays |
| gptkbp:mission |
truth
find the murderer of King Laius find the murderer of Laius |
| gptkbp:moral |
truth can be painful
|
| gptkbp:mother |
gptkb:Jocasta
|
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:mythological_figure suffering self-discovery family curse search for knowledge |
| gptkbp:music_style |
gptkb:absurdism
symbolism minimalism metatheatre |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
the human condition
the nature of truth |
| gptkbp:narrative_theme |
gptkb:TV_series
|
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon gptkb:choir gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Oedipus gptkb:Oedipus_Rex in Greek literature his hamartia accepts his fate. experiences a downfall |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:The_Goodman_Theatre
gptkb:Yale_Repertory_Theatre gptkb:The_Public_Theater Robert Wilson's adaptation The Actors Theatre of Louisville's adaptation The Alley Theatre's adaptation The American Repertory Theater's adaptation The Berkeley Repertory Theatre's adaptation The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's adaptation The Dallas Theater Center's adaptation The Goodman Theatre's adaptation The Guthrie Theater's adaptation The Hartford Stage's adaptation The Lincoln Center Theater's adaptation The Mc Carter Theatre's adaptation The National Theatre's adaptation The Old Globe Theatre's adaptation The Philadelphia Theatre Company's adaptation The Portland Center Stage's adaptation The Public Theater's adaptation The Roundabout Theatre Company's adaptation The Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation The Seattle Repertory Theatre's adaptation The Seattle Shakespeare Company's adaptation The Shakespeare Theatre Company's adaptation The Signature Theatre's adaptation The South Coast Repertory's adaptation The Studio Theatre's adaptation The Syracuse Stage's adaptation The Theatre Royal Bath's adaptation The Virginia Stage Company's adaptation The Westport Country Playhouse's adaptation The Williamstown Theatre Festival's adaptation The Wilma Theater's adaptation The Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company's adaptation The Wooster Group's adaptation The Yale Repertory Theatre's adaptation Theater for a New Audience's adaptation The Denver Center for the Performing Arts' adaptation |
| gptkbp:occurs_in |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon his past his own actions |
| gptkbp:outcome |
killing Laius
|
| gptkbp:overlooks |
himself
discovering the truth after the revelation |
| gptkbp:performance |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:classical gptkb:film academic studies theatrical dramatic approximately 90 minutes operatic performances modern reinterpretations |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:theatre
|
| gptkbp:plot |
gptkb:Oedipus's_prophecy
self-discovery family conflict Oedipus solves the riddle of the Sphinx tragedy of fate moral blindness Oedipus blinds himself Jocasta's suicide Oedipus's exile the revelation of truth Oedipus kills his father Oedipus marries his mother Oedipus's exile from Thebes Oedipus's blindness |
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:noble_title
gptkb:various_adaptations gptkb:Politician gptkb:Sophocles gptkb:Robert_Wilson gptkb:Native_American_tribe gptkb:Euripides gptkb:Foolish Determined a tragic hero various works of art various actors Cursed numerous adaptations a seeker of truth various actors in theater a victim of fate a seeker of knowledge a figure of irony a noble but flawed leader plays, films, and operas |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
gptkb:2008
|
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:1986
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| gptkbp:public_awareness |
morality
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Theater_Communications_Group
|
| gptkbp:puzzles |
gptkb:Sultan
gptkb:computer |
| gptkbp:recognizes |
find the truth
his own guilt |
| gptkbp:related_character |
the concept of fate
|
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus |
| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:Electra
gptkb:Antigone gptkb:The_Oedipus_Trilogy gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:The_Seven_Against_Thebes |
| gptkbp:relationship |
gptkb:Thebes
gptkb:Creon gptkb:Jocasta with the gods |
| gptkbp:represents |
the consequences of hubris
the search for truth |
| gptkbp:resolution |
acceptance of fate
|
| gptkbp:responds_to |
the riddle correctly
|
| gptkbp:responsible_for |
his downfall
|
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:Politician
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Thebes
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Thebes
gptkb:ancient_Greece |
| gptkbp:spouse |
gptkb:Jocasta
his mother, Jocasta his mother Jocasta |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:language
dramatic irony avant-garde catharsis contemporary tragic flaw |
| gptkbp:subject |
gptkb:academic_research
gptkb:Antigone gptkb:literary_work gptkb:Oedipus_Rex gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus gptkb:Sophocles'_plays psychological analysis cultural references moral lessons psychological theories theological discussions philosophical discussions various interpretations psychological studies sociological studies philosophical inquiry artistic interpretations numerous adaptations the Oedipus complex theater studies many adaptations literary adaptations psychological interpretation dramatic interpretations many retellings sociocultural analysis numerous scholarly analyses numerous adaptations in film and theater |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Thebes
from Thebes |
| gptkbp:symbol |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:earthquake human struggle against fate self-discovery human suffering tragic fate fate and free will tragic irony |
| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:the_Sphinx catharsis the human condition the limits of human understanding the quest for knowledge the struggle against fate fate and free will sympathy tragic downfall tragic irony the consequences of hubris the search for identity truth and knowledge the struggle against destiny sight and blindness the conflict between fate and free will the tragic flaw great personal loss the tragic consequences of ignorance the conflict between personal desire and social duty the consequences of fate the crossroads the conflict between free will and destiny sympathy and pity |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:Order |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:Order blindness guilt |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:Order self-discovery blindness tragic fate guilt |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:moral_ambiguity
self-discovery family conflict tragedy of fate |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
gptkb:Downfall
hamartia |
| gptkbp:vision |
the truth
self-inflicted after Learning Truth after learning the truth discovering his true identity symbolizes ignorance Metaphorical Blindness Physical Blindness |
| gptkbp:visitors |
Creon's motives
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| gptkbp:was_a_proponent_of |
kill his father and marry his mother
kill His Father kill his father marry his mother |
| gptkbp:was_akey_figure_in |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:The_Theban_Plays the Theban cycle |
| gptkbp:was_aproponent_of |
gptkb:Oedipus_Rex
gptkb:Sophocles'_plays |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Sophocles
gptkb:Robert_Wilson gptkb:Sarah_Ruhl |