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This seminar considers the mutual imbrication of Greek tragedy and the visual arts, from descriptions of art in the plays to inspiration drawn by artists from ancient performances. We will read extant plays in translation (those with knowledge of ancient Greek may translate key passages in addition) and trace the materialities of their performances, textual transmissions, and receptions, with particular attention to the ways in which the visual arts inspire and draw inspiration from this body of work. We will visit relevant museum collections in the region and, where possible, see live performances.