Word: oedipus
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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About one year ago it was rumored about college that certain professors in the classical department were considering the giving of another Greek play on a scale similar to, but not so grand as that of, the Oedipus Tyrannus given now nearly eleven years ago. The results of that presentation were in all respects beneficial. A wonderful interest in Greek literature was awakened, and students were enabled to pursue their students with a better conception of the real conditions. It would be most praiseworthy to attempt, at least, the production of another classic play, and if the attempt were successful...
Almost ten years have now passed since the Oedipus Tyrannus was played in Sanders theatre by Harvard students. Although since 1881 numerous Greek tragedies as well as the Birds of Aristophanes have been represented at English universities, nothing has been done at Harvard. We hope, however, that the time has come when the Greek department will give another proof of its vigor. We understand that Professor J. W. White is in favor of the undertaking of another play, though perhaps not on such a grand scale as before. His idea is rather to have two short plays, a Latin comedy...