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Medea (Version 2)

Medea (Version 2)

By: Lucius Annaeus Seneca
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Medea is a fabula crepidata (Roman play with Greek subject) of about 1000 lines of verse written by Seneca the Younger. It was written around 50 CE and is generally considered to be the strongest of his plays. The play details the vengeance of Medea against her betraying husband Jason by killing his children and also against King Creon for arranging Jason's marriage to his own daughter. Medea herself speaks more than half the lines in the play. The play addresses many themes, one being that the title character represents redress for human transgression of natural laws, she is sent by the Gods to punish Jason for his sins. Another theme is her powerful voice which cannot be silenced, even by King Creon. - Summary by Alan Mapstone Cast list for Medea Medea: WendyKatzHiller Jason: ToddHW Creon: Mathias Thorndal Nurse: Elsie Selwyn Messenger: Stefan Von Blon Chorus of Corinthian Women: Sonia Stage Directions: Alan MapstoneCopyright Plays Genre Art Literary History & Criticism Literature & Fiction
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  • Medea (Version 2)-Lucius Annaeus Seneca

    Medea (Version 2)-Lucius Annaeus Seneca
    Aug 3 2026
    Medea (Version 2) by Lucius Annaeus Seneca explores the intense emotions and moral dilemmas faced by its titular character, a figure torn between love and vengeance. This powerful tragedy delves into themes of betrayal, passion, and the consequences of extreme actions, making it a timeless reflection on human nature and the darker aspects of the psyche. Seneca's exploration of Medea's internal conflict resonates today, as it prompts listeners to consider the complexities of justice and the impact of personal choices. The emotional depth and philosophical inquiries presented in this work invite audiences to reflect on their own lives and the timeless struggle between reason and emotion.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Medea Version 2 - Lucius Annaeus Seneca

    Medea Version 2 - Lucius Annaeus Seneca
    Jun 17 2026
    Medea is a fabula crepidata (Roman play with Greek subject) of about 1000 lines of verse written by Seneca the Younger. It was written around 50 CE and is generally considered to be the strongest of his plays. The play details the vengeance of Medea against her betraying husband Jason by killing his children and also against King Creon for arranging Jason's marriage to his own daughter. Medea herself speaks more than half the lines in the play. The play addresses many themes, one being that the title character represents redress for human transgression of natural laws, she is sent by the Gods to punish Jason for his sins. Another theme is her powerful voice which cannot be silenced, even by King Creon. - Summary by Alan Mapstone Cast list for Medea Medea: WendyKatzHiller Jason: ToddHW Creon: Mathias Thorndal Nurse: Elsie Selwyn Messenger: Stefan Von Blon Chorus of Corinthian Women: Sonia Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone
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    1 hr and 14 mins
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