Fiona Macintosh
Professor of Classical Reception and Fellow of St Hilda’s College at the University of Oxford, providing insights into the play's reception and context.
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Jul 6, 2023 • 55min
Oedipus Rex
Join Nick Lowe, Reader in Classical Literature, Fiona Macintosh, Professor of Classical Reception, and Edith Hall, Professor of Classics, as they dissect Sophocles' Oedipus Rex. They delve into the play's exploration of fate, identity, and power dynamics in ancient Athens. The discussion highlights Oedipus's tragic journey from a revered king to a tyrant who blinds himself, as well as the play's lasting legacy through psychological interpretations. Expect insights into audience participation and the complex relationships that make this tragedy a timeless masterpiece.
Nov 21, 2023 • 51min
Episode 105: The Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama with Professor Fiona Macintosh
Professor Fiona Macintosh discusses the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama at Oxford University, highlighting the innovative production of Euripides' play, preservation of historical theater artifacts, interactive multimedia ebooks, ancient dance scholarship, and the global influence on Greek tragedy performance.
