Friday, May 1, 2009

Euripides: Journal 1

How does the chorus' role differ from Oedipus to Medea?

In Oedipus the chorus is more part of the actual plot. They are the literal citizens of Thebes and act as a parallel to Oedipus' story. In Madea, the chorus is almost like Madea's thoughts. They reflect her emotions and her feelings towards men and the feminist ideas that she has.

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