Tragedy Lessons from Aristotle: Crash Course Theater #3

The video explores Greek tragedy through Aristotle's Poetics, focusing on its elements and impact. Aristotle's theories, written after the golden age of Athenian drama, are applied to The Oresteia, the only surviving tragic trilogy. The video discusses Aristotle's definition of tragedy, its components, and the concept of catharsis. It also analyzes The Oresteia's plot and characters, highlighting the importance of action over character depth. The video concludes with a discussion on the role of tragedy in society and its potential to evoke catharsis.

What are the implications of Aristotle's views on character versus plot in tragedy?

What is the significance of the trial in 'The Eumenides'?

In what ways do the plays of 'The Oresteia' reflect Aristotelian principles?

Discuss the impact of divine intervention in the resolution of Greek tragedies.