Dr Alfred Vincent: “Laughter and logic- Ancient Greek comedy and the world of today”

The playwright Aristophanes wrote comedies on issues that seem urgently topical: war and peace, women in politics, wealth inequality, political scapegoating and how to cope in an age when truth appears to be no longer valued. Looking at selected plays, we will explore his comic logic: how he made people both laugh and think about pressing and even traumatic issues. We will conclude with a glance at the broader history of ancient Greek comedy and at its influence on later European theatre. The talk will be illustrated by Powerpoint slides. More in this interview that Dr Vincent gave to Themi Kallos.

SBS Radio Source: SBS Radio

Date: Wednesday 26 April

Start time: 7.30 pm

Venue: Marrickville Library

Cnr Marrickville and Petersham Roads, Marrickville

Ticket: Free

Booking details: 9335 2173 or www.marrickvillelibrary.eventbrite.com.au

Language: English