(. . .) The exhibition `Greek Myths and Ancient Drama at la Scala` (. . .) derives its theme out of the cultural heritage of Greece and presents the power of Greek civilization, the continuity of its theme and its influence to the contemporary theatrical creativity and opera. Our aim is with this exhibition to show the relationship between tragedy and opera. Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides, used as their sources, with the exception of the `Persians` a historical tragedy, well known myths. The element of surprise was always present and the scope for artistic composition was unlimited. The tragedians were able to offer different interpretations of the myths and took the opportunity to express their religious, political, artistic and philosophical views. (. . .)

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