The Trojan Women 1941

Opened: March 15, 1941

The Trojan Women - 1941 - Broadway History , Info & More

The Trojan Women is one of the most powerful dramas in all of literature. Widely considered the greatest anti-war play ever written, it remains both timeless and timely, a poignant meditation on the aftermath of battle. This version, ideal for one-act festivals, has won numerous awards. The play centers on Hecuba, the fallen queen of Troy, and her grief at the loss of her city and her family at the conclusion of the Trojan War. Her daughter, Cassandra, mourns the loss of her service as maiden priestess in the temple of Apollo and captivates the audience as the mysterious and frenzied priestess. She prophesies the future of Odysseus' long journey following the defeat of Troy and promises revenge in her hated marriage to Agamemnon. Andromache, Hecuba's daughter-in-law, offers a heart-rending scene as she shares with all the death of her son. Finally the beautiful, but much detested, Helen of Troy begs her wronged husband, Menelaus, to spare her life. Through dance and (optional) original music, the Greek chorus mirrors the sorrow of the loss of Troy. The Trojan Women is a wonderful complement to the study of classic literature, mythology, history and theater.

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BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour to Launch Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023


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by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2019


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by Macon Prickett - Feb 21, 2018


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by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2018


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by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2017


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by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2017


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by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2017


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by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2017


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by BWW News Desk - Dec 21, 2016


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by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2016


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by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2016


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by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2013


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by Tyler Peterson - Jun 6, 2013


Berkshire Theatre Group presents James Goldman's The Lion in Winter at The Fitzpatrick Main Stage in Stockbridge opening on June 29 at 8pm. Previews begin June 25 at 8pm and closing is on July 13 at 8pm.

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by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2011


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by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 14, 2011


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by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2011


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by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2011


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is pleased to partner with Theater of War Productions, a social impact company that presents readings of ancient Greek plays to military communities as a catalyst for town hall discussions, to present Theater of War on February 28 and March 7.

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by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 16, 2011


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is pleased to partner with Theater of War Productions, a social impact company that presents readings of ancient Greek plays to military communities as a catalyst for town hall discussions, to present Theater of War on February 28 and March 7.

The Trojan Women FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Trojan Women have there been?
The Trojan Women has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1941.

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