The Bacchae of Euripides

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:play
gptkbp:adaptation The Bacchae (1970 film)
The Bacchae (2010 film)
gptkbp:author gptkb:Euripides
gptkbp:character gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Cadmus
gptkb:star
Singers of Dionysus
gptkbp:critical_reception Analyzed for its psychological depth.
Examined for its tragic elements.
Considered a commentary on societal norms.
Praised for its lyrical language.
Regarded as one of Euripides' masterpieces.
gptkbp:cultural_significance Explores themes of identity.
Addresses the role of women in society.
Examines the nature of divinity.
Influences modern interpretations of madness.
Reflects ancient Greek beliefs.
gptkbp:first_performance 405 BC
gptkbp:genre gptkb:earthquake
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Bacchae of Euripides
gptkbp:influence gptkb:theatre
gptkb:psychologist
Western literature
gptkbp:language gptkb:City
gptkbp:legacy Continues to be relevant in discussions of gender.
Influenced modern theater.
Inspires contemporary adaptations.
Serves as a source for psychological studies.
Contributes to the understanding of ancient rituals.
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Pentheus
gptkb:deity
gptkbp:notable_performance Frequently performed in theaters.
Studied in academic settings.
Part of classical theater repertoire.
Adapted into various operas.
Used in drama schools.
gptkbp:notable_quote “ I am a god, and I will be honored.”
“ You must learn to respect the gods.”
“ The man who is not afraid of the gods is a fool.”
gptkbp:plot The play explores the conflict between reason and emotion.
Agave kills her son Pentheus.
Dionysus leads the women into a frenzied state.
Dionysus seeks revenge on Pentheus.
Pentheus refuses to acknowledge Dionysus as a god.
The consequences of denying the divine.
The women of Thebes become followers of Dionysus.
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Thebes
gptkbp:theme gptkb:revenge
gender roles
divine madness
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Agamemnon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4