Romans
Dr Michael Scott explores how the Romans absorbed Greek theatre and how their empire provides a crucial connection between modern drama and the plays of the ancient Greeks.
Classicist Dr Michael Scott examines the vital role played by the Romans in the preservation of Greek drama and in the history of theatre. He explores how the Romans absorbed Greek theatre and adapted it to their own, very Roman, ends and looks at how this famous empire provides one of the crucial connections between our modern drama and the great plays of the ancient Greeks.
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The theatre at Argos
Duration: 01:52
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Scott |
| Series Producer | David Wilson |
| Director | David Wilson |
| Executive Producer | Harry Bell |
| Producer | Catherine Abbott |
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