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Ancient Greek theatre: everything you wanted to know


Episode 1978


Was tragedy or comedy the crowd favourite of the ancient Greek stage? Were audiences raucous and rowdy, or quiet and civilised? And how much do modern theatrical productions draw on their ancient antecedents? Speaking to Emily Briffett, classicist Sarah Nooter answers your top questions about the theatrical antics of ancient Greece – from advice on stage management to scatological humour.


The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine.

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