Description:
(Ancient Greek Tragedian Who Known as the Father of Tragedy)
Aeschylus was a Greek tragedian who gave his life to dramatic arts. He laid the foundation and groundwork that was required for the art to flourish in the world. While he served as the initiator, Sophocles and Euripides took over as his notable successors. Till date, the works of the trio, Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides survive and can be read or performed. Aeschylus often referred to as the father of tragedy, was truly the founder of Greek tragedy. It is through his works that the basic understanding of the earlier tragedies was developed. His plays have been serving as the point of reference till date. At the time when Aeschylus began writing, theatre was just about evolving. Plays performed then were just about choral poetry supplemented with expressive dance. Aeschylus not just worked on the genre but brought about new theme by introducing a second actor in the play in the form of chorus. In his lifetime, he is said to have written about ninety plays of which only seven survive till date. Nevertheless, these seven plays help in the basic understanding of earlier tragedies.
Parents
Euphorion
Children
Euaeon, Euphorion
What are some famous works by Aeschylus?
Aeschylus is best known for his tragedies such as "The Oresteia," "Prometheus Bound," "The Persians," and "Seven Against Thebes."
What was Aeschylus' contribution to Greek theatre?
Aeschylus is considered the founder of Greek tragedy and is credited with introducing the second actor on stage, increasing the complexity of plots and characters in plays.
What themes are commonly found in Aeschylus' works?
Aeschylus' works often explore themes such as justice, fate, the will of the gods, and the consequences of human actions.
How did Aeschylus' style of writing influence later playwrights?
Aeschylus' use of dramatic dialogue, complex characters, and exploration of moral and ethical dilemmas had a profound influence on later playwrights, shaping the development of Western drama.
What is the significance of Aeschylus' "The Oresteia?"
"The Oresteia" trilogy by Aeschylus is considered a seminal work in Western literature, exploring themes of justice, vengeance, and the evolution of societal order from chaos to civilization.
