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THE STAGING OF THE RECOGNITION SCENE IN THE CHOEPHOROI.

Authors :
Wiles, David
Source :
Classical Quarterly; 1988, Vol. 38 Issue 1, p82-85, 4p
Publication Year :
1988

Abstract

Examines the theatrical logic of the recognition scene in the play "Choephoroi." Representation of the recognition scene of Orestes and Electra; Impediment of the choreography and break up the symmetrical patterning of strophe and antistrophe by a special structure set up in the orchestra; Ease of playing the recognition scene because of the physical distance between tomb and hiding place.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00098388
Volume :
38
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Classical Quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
15773142
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0009838800031293