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Symposium (version 2) (dramatic reading)

Symposium (version 2) (dramatic reading)

Von: Plato (Πλάτων)
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Join us as we delve into one of Platos most engaging dialogues, where Apollodorus recounts a lively drinking party, or symposium, attended by the intellectual elite of late 5th century Athens. Set against the backdrop of a two-night celebration for Agathons triumph at the city Dionysia, the guests choose to honor love through eloquent speeches instead of indulging in more wine. Experience this dramatic interpretation, featuring a talented cast that brings these timeless ideas to life. - Summary by Libby Gohn
Cast List Apollodorus KHandGlaucon Elizabeth KlettCompanion to Apollodorus, and Pausanias Beth ThomasAristodemus ToddHWSocrates alanmapstoneAgathon Peter TuckerServant staticstasyAristophanes Libby GohnEryximachus balaPhaedrus Eden Rea-HedrickDiotima Anna SimonAlcibiades Chuck Williamson Edited by Libby GohnCopyright Family and Culture Kunst Philosophie Sozialwissenschaften Unterhaltung & Darstellende Künste
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