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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:opera
gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:action |
Two acts
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:film_adaptations gptkb:ballet gptkb:Film_adaptations gptkb:radio_station gptkb:Prometheus_Unbound gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:opera gptkb:video_game gptkb:novel gptkb:Prometheus_Bound_(film) gptkb:film Various adaptations in literature and theater literary adaptations Films and television shows graphic novel. video game. Ballet adaptations television. comic book. radio play. Various adaptations in theater Operas and ballets Prometheus Bound (opera) operas and films. |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:opera Various modern adaptations various operas various theatrical productions stage adaptations ' Prometheus Bound' by Robert Pinsky ' Prometheus Unbound' by Percy Bysshe Shelley ' Prometheus' by Aeschylus (modern translation) ' Prometheus' by Paul Zindel |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:Films
Theater productions Operas |
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
inspired literature
inspired sculptures inspired paintings |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Robert_Pinsky
gptkb:Aeschylus |
| gptkbp:based_on |
Prometheus myth
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Hercules
gptkb:Prometheus gptkb:Zeus gptkb:Hermes gptkb:choir gptkb:Oceanus gptkb:Io gptkb:Hephaestus Chorus of Oceanids |
| gptkbp:character_arc |
Prometheus's transformation from defiance to suffering.
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| gptkbp:character_development |
Prometheus evolves from defiance to suffering.
Zeus is portrayed as a tyrant. |
| gptkbp:character_motivation |
Prometheus' desire to help humanity
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| gptkbp:character_relationships |
Prometheus and Io
Prometheus and Oceanus Prometheus and Zeus Prometheus and the Chorus |
| gptkbp:chorus_function |
gptkb:commentary
emotional response moral reflection |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Franz_Joseph_Haydn
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| gptkbp:conflict |
Prometheus vs Zeus
Zeus vs Prometheus Prometheus vs. Zeus |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Generally positive
positive well-received widely studied influential considered a classic performed frequently Widely studied in literature courses adapted often Regarded as a classic of Western literature |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:art
gptkb:theater gptkb:literature gptkb:philosophy inspired art and literature inspired art inspired film adaptations political thought inspired feminist interpretations inspired discussions on morality inspired visual arts influenced literature influenced philosophy inspired discussions on society inspired social commentary influenced art inspired discussions on ethics inspired music inspired academic studies inspired modern interpretations inspired discussions on identity inspired dance performances inspired music compositions inspired discussions on culture inspired theater inspired philosophical discussions inspired theatrical productions inspired discussions on philosophy inspired philosophy inspired literary critiques inspired political movements inspired discussions on creativity inspired discussions on empathy inspired discussions on sacrifice inspired discussions on storytelling inspired discussions on justice inspired discussions on history inspired discussions on legacy inspired discussions on freedom inspired modern retellings inspired discussions on fate inspired discussions on memory inspired operatic works inspired discussions on destiny inspired discussions on innovation inspired discussions on authority inspired discussions on rebellion inspired human rights movements inspired environmental discussions Influenced literature and philosophy inspired discussions on existence inspired discussions on tradition inspired discussions on human condition inspired discussions on compassion Influenced later works on rebellion and justice inspired discussions on narrative. inspired discussions on punishment inspired discussions on suffering inspired existentialist readings inspired political allegories Influenced later operas |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
referenced in popular culture.
influenced modern storytelling. inspired various artworks. Promethean myth. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of resistance
exploration of human condition Symbol of defiance symbol of enlightenment exploration of power dynamics exploration of justice Explores the consequences of defiance Reflects ancient Greek values Symbol of enlightenment and progress Addresses the relationship between gods and mortals explores the nature of justice. Representation of enlightenment ideals examines the role of the individual vs authority. reflects on the consequences of knowledge. |
| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
gptkb:Prometheus
rebellion against oppression sacrifice for knowledge |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Richard_Jones
gptkb:Franco_Zeffirelli gptkb:Robert_Wilson gptkb:Peter_Stein gptkb:David_Alden |
| gptkbp:duration |
Approximately 90 minutes
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| gptkbp:famous_event |
gptkb:Salzburg_Festival
gptkb:festival gptkb:Glyndebourne_Festival gptkb:Edinburgh_Festival_Fringe |
| gptkbp:famous_for |
Themes of rebellion and suffering
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| gptkbp:famous_quote |
“ The greatest of all blessings is to be free.”
“ I would rather be a slave than a king.” “ I am bound to this rock.” “ I gave them fire.” |
| gptkbp:fate_of_prometheus |
chained to a rock
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| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Zeus
gptkb:Oceanus gptkb:Io |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
5th century BC
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| gptkbp:follows |
Prometheus' punishment
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:tragedy
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Athenian_democracy gptkb:Ancient_Greece gptkb:Persian_Wars gptkb:Ancient_Greek gptkb:Classical_Athens Late 18th century Part of the Theban plays Aeschylus's works |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
one of the earliest examples of tragedy.
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Prometheus Bound
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| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:Romanticism
Western literature Existentialism Modern drama influenced existentialism influenced romanticism influenced modern thought |
| gptkbp:influence_on |
gptkb:Frankenstein
gptkb:The_Stranger gptkb:The_Tempest gptkb:The_Brothers_Karamazov gptkb:The_Myth_of_Sisyphus literature. philosophy. theater. art. political thought. |
| gptkbp:influenced |
Romantic poets
Existentialist thinkers |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:literature gptkb:Modernism gptkb:philosophy Classical music Existentialism Aeschylus' other works Greek mythology. earlier myths of Prometheus. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Romanticism |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Frankenstein
gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:The_Tempest gptkb:Romanticism gptkb:Modernism gptkb:Postmodernism Existentialism |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:artworks
Philosophical essays Literary critiques |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Hesiod
gptkb:Aeschylus |
| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0679736360
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| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:Ancient_Greek
gptkb:German English |
| gptkbp:librettist |
gptkb:Johann_Wolfgang_von_Goethe
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| gptkbp:literary_devices |
gptkb:Symbolism
gptkb:metaphor gptkb:allegory Irony dramatic irony symbolism Foreshadowing irony foreshadowing |
| gptkbp:literary_movement |
Classical Greek
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| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Prometheus
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| gptkbp:moral |
sacrifice for humanity
The cost of enlightenment. |
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:Fire
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| gptkbp:music_style |
five-act structure
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| gptkbp:narrative_style |
gptkb:dialogue
dramatic dialogue dialogue-driven |
| gptkbp:notable_aria |
' Ode to Joy' aria
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| gptkbp:notable_artist |
gptkb:Thomas_Hampson
gptkb:Anna_Netrebko gptkb:Renée_Fleming gptkb:Plácido_Domingo |
| gptkbp:notable_characters |
gptkb:Prometheus
gptkb:Zeus gptkb:Oceanus gptkb:Io gptkb:Hephaestus Chorus of Oceanids |
| gptkbp:notable_conductors |
gptkb:Herbert_von_Karajan
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| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:Theater_of_Dionysus
International theater festivals University theater productions Contemporary adaptations 2020 revival National Theatre productions |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ The greatest of all blessings is to be free.”
“ Hope is the only good thing left to man.” “ I am bound, but I am not broken.” “ I would rather be a slave than a tyrant.” “ To suffer is to be human.” “ I would rather be a slave to the gods than a king among men.” “ I gave them fire.” ' I would rather be a slave than a tyrant.' ' I would rather suffer than be a tyrant.' " Hope is the only good thing left to man." " I am bound to this rock." " I would rather suffer than be a tyrant." “ To be wise is to suffer.” |
| gptkbp:notable_song |
Chorus of Oceanids
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| gptkbp:notable_themes |
the power of hope
the quest for knowledge rebellion against authority the impact of technology on society the nature of justice the struggle for freedom the importance of compassion the search for identity the role of the gods suffering of the innocent the relationship between creator and creation the conflict between fate and free will the consequences of defiance the nature of punishment |
| gptkbp:orchestration |
Full orchestra
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| gptkbp:original_language |
gptkb:Ancient_Greek
Greek |
| gptkbp:page_count |
80
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| gptkbp:performance |
gptkb:ancient_Greece
modern adaptations performed worldwide adapted into operas performed in various languages. performed in modern theaters adapted into ballets performed in ancient Greece adapted for modern audiences. |
| gptkbp:performance_style |
gptkb:classical
gptkb:Dramatic Tragic tragic theatrical Choral choral |
| gptkbp:performance_tradition |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:theater ancient Greek theater Greek tragedy festivals Performed in opera houses worldwide |
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:Vienna_State_Opera
Theater festivals in Ancient Greece |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
Modern theaters
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| gptkbp:philosophy |
gptkb:Humanism
gptkb:Romanticism Existentialism |
| gptkbp:plot |
Punishment of Prometheus for giving fire to humanity.
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| gptkbp:plot_summary |
Prometheus is punished by Zeus for giving fire to humanity.
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| gptkbp:premiere |
1792
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| gptkbp:premiere_date |
5th century BC
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| gptkbp:publication_year |
circa 430 BC
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| gptkbp:published_by |
Knopf
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| gptkbp:published_in |
gptkb:The_Complete_Plays_of_Aeschylus
gptkb:1990 gptkb:Theatre_of_Ancient_Greece |
| gptkbp:recordings |
Available on CD
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| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:Theogony
gptkb:Prometheus_Unbound gptkb:Aeschylus's_Oresteia Aeschylus's Seven Against Thebes Aeschylus's The Suppliants |
| gptkbp:scholarly_analysis |
interpreted in various ways.
discussed in literary criticism. Analyzed in political theory Critiqued in post-colonial studies Examined in feminist theory Interpreted through psychoanalysis Studied in existential philosophy analyzed in philosophy. |
| gptkbp:scholarships |
extensive analysis
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Mount_Olympus
gptkb:Mount_Caucasus gptkb:Earth gptkb:Caucasus_Mountains gptkb:ancient_Greece |
| gptkbp:structure |
five acts
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:knowledge
gptkb:eagle gptkb:Fire gptkb:sacrifice gptkb:rebellion chains suffering for knowledge Fire as knowledge fire as knowledge |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
gptkb:sacrifice
gptkb:rebellion suffering divine justice humanity's plight. |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:justice
gptkb:sacrifice suffering Human suffering Hope and despair defiance defiance against authority defiance against tyranny Divine punishment |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:sacrifice
gptkb:rebellion suffering free will Rebellion against authority defiance The nature of justice suffering for humanity Free will vs determinism Suffering and sacrifice Rebellion against tyranny Sacrifice for humanity Free will vs. fate |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
Many languages
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| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Aeschylus
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Aeschylus
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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