Word: mostellaria
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This derivative of a play by Plautus continues a fine tradition of Roman ribaldry. It’s similar to the recent Harvard production of the comedist’s “Mostellaria:” the two cover comparable ground of debauchery and deception, although “Forum” captures the spirit of the Roman playwright with a lighter comedic touch. The play’s exaggerated action and sheer silliness lend it a certain tongue-in-cheek tone, which alternately creates and defuses tension each moment...
Friday, April 22. Harvard Classical Club presents “Mostellaria of Plautus.” 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Agassiz Theatre. $5. Tickets available at the Harvard Box Office...
Thursday, April 21. Harvard Classical Club presents “Mostellaria of Plautus.” 7:30 p.m., Agassiz Theatre . $5. Tickets available at Harvard Box Office...