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Outline of IPO Antigone by Sophocles The Greek Tragedies Introduction to Tragedians 1. Aeschylus a. Aeschylus adds a second actor, increasing the potential for drama (“History of Theatre”). b. He is known to have written about eighty plays, of which only seven survive. One of his innovations is to write the day's three tragedies on a single theme, as a trilogy. By good fortune three of his seven plays are one such trilogy, which remains one of the theatre's great masterpieces the Oresteia , celebrating the achievement of Athens in replacing the chaos of earlier times with the rule of law (“History of Theatre”). 2. Euripides a. Euripides introduces a more unconventional view of Greek myth, seeing it from new angles or viewing mythological characters in terms of their human frailties. His vision is extremely influential in later schools of tragic drama (“History of Theatre”). i. Racine , for example, derives Andromaque and Phèdre from the Andromache and Hippolytus Of Euripides. 3. Aristophanes a. “ Aristophanes’ greatness lies in the wittiness of his dialogue; in his generally goodhumoured though occasionally malevolent satire; in the brilliance of his parody, especially when he mocks the controversial tragedian Euripides” ( Platnauer ). 4. Sophocles a. He is credited with adding a third actor, further extending the dramatic possibilities of a scene (“The History of Greek Drama”). b. “Whereas Aeschylus tends to deal with great public themes, the tragic dilemmas in Sophocles are worked out at a more personal level. Plots become more complex, characterization more subtle, and the personal interaction between characters more central to the drama” (History of Theatre”). c. Although Sophocles in a very long life writes more plays than Aeschylus (perhaps about 120), again only seven survive intact. Of these Oedipus the King is generally considered to be his masterpiece (“Early Theatre: Greek, Roman and Medieval”). Sophocles’ Influence of Greek Tragedy 1. “Among Sophocles' earliest innovations was the addition of a third actor (an idea which the old master Aeschylus himself also adopted towards the end of his life), which further reduced the role of the Chorus and created greater opportunity for the deeper development of character and additional conflict between characters. Most of his plays show an undercurrent of fatalism and the beginnings of the use of Socratic logic in drama. After Aeschylus ’ death in 456 BCE, Sophocles became the preeminent playwright in Athens” (“Ancient Greece Sophocles”). Sophocles’ Religious Background 1. “In contrast to Euripides, Sophocles, like Aeschylus, is profoundly religious, and the attitude which he adopts towards popular religion is marked by an instinctive reverence. The grace peculiar to Sophocles' nature makes itself felt in his language, the charm of which was universally praised by the ancients” (Struck). 2. The culture of Sophocles' time revolved around Greek myth. This tragedian incorporated numerous Greek myths into his writing, mostly being the basis of many plots. a. “ The mighty words of the proud are paid in full with mighty blows of fate, and at long last those blows will teach us wisdom” ( 1468 1470). i. Fate vs. Free Will/ Free Will vs. Predestination b. ““ These arrows for your heart! Since you've raked me loose them like an archer in my anger, arrows deadly true. You'll never escape their burning, searing force” ( 1206 1209). i. Arrows are a symbol for fate Questions being asked to bachelors: 1. Can you give a little background on your childhood and upbringing? (How would our lives fit together?) 2. Discuss your past works. (What shows your ambition in life?) 3. As a Greek tragedian how have you developed the Greek tragedy? (What is the most important thing in developing a relationship?) Carter/ Kwab 4. Tell me about your religious background. (How do our ideals fit together?) Briseida/ Conner 5. Why should I choose you to go on a date with me? Questions asked to audience: Can Sophocles’ supposed influences to the Greek tragedy be seen in Antigone? In what ways can you see Sophocles’ religion influence his tragedy, Antigone? Works Cited Outline "Early Theatre: Greek, Roman and Medieval." Early Theatre: Greek, Roman and Medieval . N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Aug. 2015. "Greek & Roman Mythology Greek Tragedy." Greek & Roman Mythology Greek Tragedy . N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Aug. 2015. "HISTORY OF THEATRE." HISTORY OF THEATRE . N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2015. "Omnibus One and Two." : The History of Greek Drama . N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2015. Platnauer , Maurice . "Aristophanes | Greek Dramatist." Encyclopedia Britannica Online . Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 30 Aug. 2015. Struck, Peter. "Sophocles Ancient Greece Classical Literature." Sophocles Ancient Greece Classical Literature . N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2015. Interactive Oral Presentation Antigone Bachelors: Host: Dater: Aeschylus Conner Katie Sydney Hess Euripides Briseida Aristophanes Kwabena Sophocles Carter Host: Welcome to the dating game folks. My name is Katie Willes and I will be your host this morning! Before we get started, let’s cut to a commercial break featuring our new public service announcement with all of our beautiful faces from our show! Presentation Host: Today on the dating game our bachelors today are of the thespian type. I hope our young lady today enjoys classic theatre. Our first bachelor is known as the playwright of t he trilogy Oresteia , which celebrated the achievement of Athens in replacing the chaos of earlier times with the rule of law. A former soldier in the persian war, from a city near Athens called Eleusis, please welcome Aeschylus! Aeschylus walks on stage and takes a seat Our second bachelor is known as the playwright of Medea, a woman who wants revenge on her husband for marrying another woman. He was outside of athens named Phyle, but he prefers to write in a secluded cave on the island of Salamis. From Salamis, please welcome Euripides! Euripides walks on stage and takes a seat Our next bachelor is known as the playwright of Clouds, a satire about the “modern” education and morals taught by Sophisti. He wrote 40 plays total, most likely born in athens but owns island property, from the island of Aegina , please welcome Aristophanes! Aristophanes walks on stage and takes a seat Our last bachelor Is most famous for writing Oedipus Rex and the latest Antigone. A play and a sequel about a very unfortunate turn of events and the family resultant from it. He is the most well known Grecian writer to High School students in the 20th century under only the Epic Homer. Born in a town near Athens called Colonus, from Athens, please welcome Sophocles! Sophocles walks in and takes a seat And now for our young lady for this game, she is the strong first lady of the Chandler Stuco, she enjoys learning and challenging herself with AP level courses. Please welcome Sydney Hess! Sydney walks in on the other side of stage and stands next to the host. Are you ready Sydney? Sydney: I’m ready! Let’s find the tragedian of my life! Host: Well Sydney take a seat and ask your first question, remember you can ask anything except name, age, and income. Sydney: Can you give a little background on your childhood and upbringing? (How would our lives fit together? Aeschylus: I was born in 525 BC when greece was in political turmoil, as Athenian Democracy was on the rise and add to prove itself against the opposition. When I was young i took part in my cities first struggles against the Persians. You could say i'm a natural born leader much like yourself and the strength I've developed from my younger years is sure to capture your interest, and my personality is bound to align with yours. Euripides: Born in Phyle I was, on the day of the Greek victory at Salamis, 480 BC. An oracle once said I was fated to win “crowns of victory”. I’m very athletic just look at this body! But also love studying painting and philosophy. If you're looking for tragedy I’m the best choice. I had two wives but both were unfaithful monsters destroying my heart and forced me to living a secluded life in a cave. Aristophanes: Hi my name is Aristophanes, I am an Athenian citizen that lives in clan named Pandionis. I’m gonna be truthful I’m not exactly sure where I was born, but I do know that I was born around 446 BC. The source the confusion of my birth lies in the fact that my father owned land in the delightful island of Aegina, which i also have some land. To be truthful, my childhood is a mystery to you and me both, but that’s part of life, if you pick me we can go on a thrilling journey trying to deduce my childhood. For as long as I can remember Greek comedies have been part of my of life, so if you choose me I promise that my humor will augment your happiness in life. Oh ya, I was educated in Athens so I can bring a certain sophistication to your life that you would never imagine possible with such humor! Sophocles: I’m Sophocles… Just Sophocles… They say I was born in in 467 B.C I refuse to confirm that exact date, as it adds mystery to my already thrilling life. I was raised, financially able, thus capable of providing for you and my many… many children. My dad owned a smithing business where he made swords, very large and sharp swords. Being as wealthy as i was i had the opportunity to study many art forms, really… broadening my horizon and... opening my eyes to what's important in life… By the time I was sixteen i was already very well known in my community for my many talents and knowledge of the arts. During a festival held each year at the theatre of dionysus, I entered my first play. It might have been my first ever competition but lets be real, was there really any doubt i would win? Well it was my first win, but it wouldn’t be my last, 120 plays written and 18 first prizes.. that should wrap it up for me. Sydney: Discuss your past works. (What shows your ambition in life?) Aeschylus: When I began to write tragedies, theater was just developing and being as innovative as i am, revolutionized theatre by introducing a second actor into the plays. I also directed many of my plays, as I’m a firm believer that if you want something done right, you've gotta do it yourself. Euripides: All my tragedies portray how humans truly are, unsure creatures and forever searching for a way to change their lives. Everyone is always focusing on morality and politics how basic they are. They do not present the true nature of man as being confused and lost. It is pointless to work hard in order to have a better life because you cannot change your fate no matter how much effort you put in and in the end death is the ultimate master in this game we play. Aristophanes: I’ve written about 40 plays throughout the course of my life. My career began around 427 BC When I wrote “Daiteles” or as roughly translated in English, The banqueters. Through the banqueters I was able to mock the educational theories of my fellow athenians and playwrights. Probably my most well known play is “The clouds”, and not just because it was a masterpiece, but also because of the semibelligerent nature of it. Plato himself called me out because of that play. Basically in the play I called out Socrates, sorry man, and condemned his beliefs. I’m not sure why Plato singled me out however because plenty of other writers have called out Socrates. From this you can see that I’m not afraid to fight for what I believe in even if it does cause a few people to hate me. My ambitions in life are to just try to make an impact on the world whether that be causing laughter or just calling out someone whose philosophies I believe are wrong. Sophocles: Hm well take one of my earlier works “Ajax” Ajax is portrayed as a classic hero… old fashioned if you will (much like myself). However Ajax and I share a different fate, as his actions lead to a not so favorable end. Many people were appalled at the fact that I showed Ajax’s death on stage as deaths had always taken place offstage, but that’s just who i am, I’m not weak, I’m not afraid. Let’s take another one of my works: The Trachiniae. In this work i really focused on the suffering of women rather than the son of zeus who was supposed to be the “hero”. Instead I tried sympathizing with women, probing sensitivity and thoughtfulness into their world. Once again this didn’t exactly make people happy but I don't know… I can’t help but to get in touch with my feminine side. Host: At this point, Sydney, you can choose to send one playwright home. Who will it be? Sydney: I hate to say goodbye, but Aeschylus, you’re out! Host: Goodbye, Aeschylus! Aeschylus walks out Host: Sydney, you may continue. Sydney: As a Greek tragedian how have you developed the Greek tragedy? (What is the most important thing in developing a relationship?) Aristophanes: The most important thing in developing a relationship is having a similar sense of humor and maybe even more important, having similar moral/ethical beliefs. In my writing I extend this idea as well. I believe that the same old sad tragedies can become mundane for the reader so I was the person that added some flair to it and brought fun and laughter to the theater and the script. Euripides: Aristophanes my friend you must not know the definition of a tragedy then! A true tragedy has no humor in it only drops of hope like in my work The Trojan Women. It takes you on a wild ride through many downs and few ups. Once you think there is salvation for the women BAM! their lives get infinitely worse. A relationship should be just that, few instances of happiness so the memories can be cherished more than a whole life of joy and laughter. Sophocles: Well the first thing I want to say was that I was the first person to write unconnected trilogies. (sets of three tragedies whose plots do not revolve around a sing family’s saga or some sort of lore drawn from the same arc in the cycle of Greek myth, a distinct part of my culture. Many people said I set an important precedent with this innovation as it gave playwrights the ability to cover much more mythological capability than if all trilogies had to consist of stories directly related to each other. This can be seen in the works of Antigone. Another impact that I had was in the use of a chorus, as my plays developed I decreased the size of the chorus. It wasn’t that I disliked the chorus, I often was considered to use the chorus in the utmost beauty. Instead I simply desired to change the role of the chorus. Instead of an active participant in the play I saw them more as a reflective and philosophical aspect of the play, enhancing the words that the characters spoke. The chorus is seen as an actual character and almost a protagonist within my plays, giving them the ability to fully interact with the characters. For example take a look at this lines 234240 in Antigone. ● “Creon: I understand, then, you will do my bidding Chorus: Please lay this burden on some younger man. Creon: Oh, watchers of the corpse I have already...” I implore you to find a time where the actors and chorus communicated with each other like such, can you see now my importance. Host: To audience Audience, can Sophocles’ supposed influences to the Greek tragedy be seen in Antigone? Discussion Host: Before you continue, Sydney, you can choose to eliminate one more contestant. Sydney: It was nice getting to know you, but Euripides, I have to let you go. Host: Goodbye Euripides! See you never. Euripides walks out Host: Sydney, you may continue. Sydney: Tell me about your religious background. (How do our ideals fit together?) Aristophanes: I refuse to state my exact religion because it’s always said that one must never talk about their: religious beliefs or political views in order to allow people to like you. I would say that I am rather conservative, in terms of religion, however. I don’t agree with these new “radical movements”. This is most clearly seen in clouds when I attack socrates and other for being too radical. Sophocles: I do consider myself quite religious. In truth, I am a priest. As a tragedian of my time, I am a bit odd in nature, for my Greek culture was shifting away from their beliefs in multiple gods as my writing had obvious godly influences. In fact, many of my plays are based of Greek mythology and my religion is extreme obvious within the text. I am a believer in what one may consider “popular religion” I did not deviate from what was commonly believed I hold onto that belief even now. This can even be shown in my works, take Antigone, for example, where one of the larger themes is “Fate vs. Free Will”. This can be paralleled to the religious conflict of “Free Will vs. Predestination” where I strongly believe in fate. Take lines 1468 1470 ● “The mighty words of the proud are paid in full with mighty blows of fate, and at long last those blows will teach us wisdom.” and also lines 1206 1209 ● “ These arrows for your heart! Since you've raked me loose them like an archer in my anger, arrows deadly true. You'll never escape their burning, searing force.” The arrows symbolize fate, and that there is no escaping this. Host: To audience Audience, In what ways can you see Sophocles’ religion influence his tragedy, Antigone? Discussion Sydney: Why should I choose you to go on a date with me? Aristophanes: The real question is why shouldn’t you go on a date with me. Not only am I described as the father of Comedy, which means i’m a lot funnier than these other guys, but I’m also willing to fight for causes I believe in, take for instance my fight with sophocles. Honestly you will love how funny my plays are and will actually enjoy reading read mine instead of the boring plays of the other contestants. So pick me if you want a good time and pick the other people if you want to be bored out of your mind for the rest of your life. Sophocles: *laughs*... seriously? um, well. I mean the question really should be why should i go on a date with you but OK I’ll play along. If you really must know… look at me, I’m an iconic figure, Besides my devilishly handsome face, and my piercing blue eyes, I changed the outlook of Greek tragedies forever. Picture this, we’re out on the town, I’m feeling chilly, so i take your jacket, we stop by starbucks, you pay.. As we’re leaving we’re stopped by some of my adored fans, I explain that I am taken, they look at you in jealousy “You’re one lucky girl” they say… I mean doesn’t that seem like the life to you? Host: So, Sydney, who do you choose? Sydney: I think I’m going to have to go with Sophocles, for he has made a true impact on Greek tragedies! His work with Antigone really got to me! Host: This has been the dating game! Thanks for joining us on this epic adventure! PSA: Development of Greek Tragedy 625 BC § Idea of chorus is erected § Relationship with god Dionysus is established 540527 BC § “City of Dionysia” festival § Paid respect to the Greek god Dionysus. § Songs and music that welcomed Dionysus Greek tragedies have a large influence of Greek mythology; however, some have more than others. 536533 BC § Thespis, a Dionysian priest § Steps out the chorus and take on the role of an actor § Uses spoken dialogue rather than a song § Created Greek tragedy § Thespis is considered to be the first actor and playwright 530 BC § Pisistratus, an Athenian tyrant § Constructed a theater for performance 525 BC § Aeschylus is born § The first playwright of tragedy § Seven Against Thebes (467 BC); Agamemnon (458 BC); Eumenides (458 BC) § Second actor on stage 500 BC § Pratinus of Phlius § Introduced a satyr play § A play with comical characters and a satire ∙ EX: People being half man, half goat 496 BC § Sophocles is born § Ajax (445 BC); Antigone (441 BC); Oedipus the King (429 BC) § During Sophocles’ time, many playwrights were shifting away from composing pieces related to Greek mythology. § Being a priest, Sophocles stuck true to what he knew and what he believed in. § Influences § Introduction of a third actor on stage § Decreasing the size of the chorus ∙ More realistic ∙ Allows for deeper characterization 485 BC § Euripides is born § Medea (431 BC); Helen (412 BC); Orestes (408 BC) § Introduced unconventional view of Greek myth § Places a focus on viewing Greek gods as immortals with human frailties 450 BC § Aristophanes is born § The Acharmians (425 BC); The Birds (414 BC); Lysistrata (411 BC) § Ability to create witty dialogue and goodhumored though malevolent satire. 380 BC The philosopher Plato critiques Greek tragedies and comedies in Plato's Republic. 330 BC Aristotle, another Greek philosopher defends Greek tragedies and comedies in his Poetics. Things to look for during presentation: 1. The role that Sophocles played in transforming Greek tragedy and theatre. 2. Sophocles’ religious affiliation and its influence on his work, specifically Antigone. Extra Work: http://www.britannica.com/biography/AeschylusGreekdramatist http://www.biography.com/people/euripides9289335#influence http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/drama/p/Aeschylus.htm Info that needs to be in it http://www.britannica.com/biography/Aristophanes Intro to 3 tragedians http://www.academia.edu/1819571/The_Greek_Tragedian (look especially at works cited) http://www.watson.org/~leigh/drama.html http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=cua The Greek tragedians: 5th century BC Only a small number of tragedies survive as full texts from the annual competitions in Athens, but they include work by three dramatists of genius. The earliest is the heavyweight of the trio, Aeschylus. Aeschylus adds a second actor, increasing the potential for drama. He first wins the prize for tragedy in 484 BC. He is known to have written about eighty plays, of which only seven survive. One of his innovations is to write the day's three tragedies on a single theme, as a trilogy. By good fortune three of his seven plays are one such trilogy, which remains one of the theatre's great masterpieces the Oresteia , celebrating the achievement of Athens in replacing the chaos of earlier times with the rule of law. Sophocles gains his first victory in 468 BC, defeating Aeschylus. He is credited with adding a third actor, further extending the dramatic possibilities of a scene. Whereas Aeschylus tends to deal with great public themes, the tragic dilemmas in Sophocles are worked out at a more personal level. Plots become more complex, characterization more subtle, and the personal interaction between characters more central to the drama. Although Sophocles in a very long life writes more plays than Aeschylus (perhaps about 120), again only seven survive intact. Of these Oedipus the King is generally considered to be his masterpiece. The youngest of the three great Greek tragedians is Euripides. More of his plays survive (19 as opposed to 7 for each of the others), but he has fewer victories than his rivals in the City Dionysia in which he first competes in 454 BC. Euripides introduces a more unconventional view of Greek myth, seeing it from new angles or viewing mythological characters in terms of their human frailties. His vision is extremely influential in later schools of tragic drama. Racine , for example, derives Andromaque and Phèdre from the Andromache and Hippolytus Of Euripides. Read more: http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=cua#ixzz3kL0AJ O1J Sophocles place and part in the development of greek tragedy might be found in previously listed sources http://www.usu.edu/markdamen/ClasDram/chapters/072gktragsoph.htm sophocles religious background as a priest http://www.classics.upenn.edu/myth/php/tragedy/index.php?page=sophocles http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=cui http://www.classics.upenn.edu/myth/php/tragedy/index.php?page=sophocles http://www.britannica.com/biography/Aristophanes http://hsomnibus.blogspot.com/2008/12/historyofgreekdrama.html http://www3.northern.edu/wild/th100/chapt11.htm http://www.ancientliterature.com/greece_sophocles.html Sophocles answers #1 I’m Sophocles… Just Sophocles… They say I was born in in 467 B.C I refuse to confirm that exact date, as it adds mystery to my already thrilling life. I was raised, financially able, thus capable of providing for you and my many… many children. My dad owned a smithing business where he made swords, very large and sharp swords. Being as weatlhy as i was i had the oppurtunity to study many art forms, really… broadening my horizon and... opening my eyes to what's important in life… By the time I was sixteen i was already very well known in my community for my many talents and knowledge of the arts. During a festival held each year at the theatre of dionysus, I entered my first play. It might have been my first ever competition but lets be real, was there really any doubt i would win? Well it was my first win, but it wouldn’t be my last, 120 plays written and 18 first prizes.. that should wrap it up for me. #2 Hm well take one of my earlier works “Ajax” Ajax is portrayed as a classic hero… old fashioned if you will (much like myself). However Ajax and I share a different fate, as his actions lead to a not so favorable end. Many people were appalled at the fact that I showed Ajax’s death on stage as deaths had always taken place offstage, but that’s just who i am, I’m not weak, I’m not afraid. Let’s take another one of my works: The Trachiniae. In this work i really focused on the suffering of women rather than the son of zeus who was supposed to be the “hero”. Instead I tried sympathizing with women, probing sensitivity and thoughtfulness into their world. Once again this didn’t exactly make people happy but I dont know… I can’t help but to get in touch with my feminine side. #3 Well the first thing I want to say was that i was the first person to write unconnected trilogies. (sets of three tragedies whose plots do not revolve around a sing family’s saga or some sort of lore drawn from the same arc in the cycle of Greek myth. Many people said I set an important precedent with this innovation as it gave playwrights the ability to cover much more mythological capability than if all trilogies had to consist of stories directly related to each other. This can be seen in the works of antigone. Another impact that I had was in the use of a chorus, as my plays developed I really tried to downplay the chorus as much as possible. It wasn’t that i disliked the chorus, I often was considered to use the chorus in the utmost beauty. Instead I simply desired to change the role of the chorus. Instead of an active participant in the play i saw them more as a reflective and philosophical aspect of the play, enhancing the words that the characters spoke. For example take a look at this lines (234240) I implore you to find a time where the actors and chorus communicated with each other like such, can you see now my importance. #4 I do consider myself quite religious. I am a believer in what one may consider “popular religion” I did not deviate from what was commonly believed I hold onto that belief even now. This can even be shown in my works, take antigone for example where one of the larger themes is “Fate v.s Free will. This can be paralleled to the religious conflict of “free will vs predestination” Where I strongly believe in fate. Take lines (1468 1470) and also (1206 1209) Where the arrows symbolize fate, and that there is no escaping this. #5 *laughs*... seriously? um, well. I mean the question really should be why should i go on a date with you but OK I’ll play along. If you really must know… look at me, I’m an iconic figure, Besides my devilishly handsome face, and my piercing blue eyes, I changed the outlook of Greek tragedies forever. Picture this, we’re out on the town, I’m feeling chilly, so i take your jacket, we stop buy starbucks, you pay.. As we’re leaving we’re stopped by some of my adored fans, I explain that I am taken, they look at you in jealousy “You’re one lucky girl” they say… I mean doesn’t that seem like the life to you? Euripides answers: 1) Born in Phyle I was, on the day of the Greek victory at Salamis, 480 BC. An oracle once said I was fated to win “crowns of victory”. I’m very athletic just look at this body! But also love studying painting and philosophy. If you're looking for tragedy I’m the best choice. I had two wives but both were unfaithful monsters destroying my heart and forced me to living a secluded life in a cave. 2) All my tragedies portray how humans truly are, unsure creatures and forever searching for a way to change their lives. Everyone is always focusing on morality and politics how basic they are. They do not present the true nature of man as being confused and lost. It is pointless to work hard in order to have a better life because you cannot change your fate no matter how much effort you put in and in the end death is the ultimate master in this game we play. 3) Aristophanes my friend you must not know the definition of a tragedy then! A true tragedy has no humor in it only drops of hope like in my work The Trojan Women. It takes you on a wild ride through many downs and few ups. Once you think there is salvation for the women BAM! their lives get infinitely worse. A relationship should be just that, few instances of happiness so the memories can be cherished more than a whole life of joy and laughter. Aristopahnes questions 1. Hi my name is Aristophanes, I am an Athenian citizen that lives in clan named Pandionis. I’m gonna be truthful I’m not exactly sure where I was born, but I do know that I was born around 446 BC. The source the confusion of my birth lies in the fact that my father owned land in the delightful island of Aegina, which i also have some land. To be truthful, my childhood is a mystery to you and me both, but that’s part of life, if you pick me we can go on a thrilling journey trying to deduce my childhood. For as long as I can remember Greek comedies have been part of my of life, so if you choose me I promise that my humor will augment your happiness in life. Oh ya, I was educated in Athens so I can bring a certain sophistication to your life that you would never imagine possible with such humor! 2. I’ve written about 40 plays throughout the course of my life. My career began around 427 BC When I wrote “Daiteles” or as roughly translated in English, The banqueters. Through the banqueters I was able to mock the educational theories of my fellow athenians and playwrights. Probably my most well known play is “The clouds”, and not just because it was a masterpiece, but also because of the semibelligerent nature of it. Plato himself called me out because of that play. Basically in the play I called out Socrates, sorry man, and condemned his beliefs. I’m not sure why Plato singled me out however because plenty of other writers have called out Socrates. From this you can see that I’m not afraid to fight for what I believe in even if it does cause a few people to hate me. My ambitions in life are to just try to make an impact on the world whether that be causing laughter or just calling out someone whose philosophies I believe are wrong. 3. The most important thing in developing a relationship is having a similar sense of humor and maybe even more important, having similar moral/ethical beliefs. In my writing I extend this idea as well. I believe that the same old sad tragedies can become mundane for the reader so I was the person that added some flair to it and brought fun and laughter to the theater and the script 4. I refuse to state my exact religion because it’s always said that one must never talk about their: religious beliefs or political views in order to allow people to like you. I would say that I am rather conservative, in terms of religion, however. I don’t agree with these new “radical movements”. This is most clearly seen in clouds when I attack socrates and other for being too radical. Our ideals would fit well together because I won’t change my ideals and will stick true to what i’ve always believed in. 5. The real question is why shouldn’t you go on a date with me. Not only am I described as the father of Comedy, which means i’m a lot funnier than these old slobs, but I’m also willing to fight for causes I believe in, take for instance my fight with sophocles. Honestly you will love how funny my plays are and will actually love to read mine instead of the boring plays of the other contestants. So pick me if you want a good time and pick the other people if you want to be bored out of your mind for the rest of your life.
