Overview of the history of ancient Greek theatre written in a kid-friendly format teaches about the architecutre of the theatre buildings as well as the structure of the plays.

A personal site on Greek theatre with a brief biography of Sophocles, along with a short list of his works and summaries of each.

General information on Greek actors, costumes, masks, scenic appearances, and the chorus.

Learn about the Satyrs, half-man and half-goat mythological creatures, whose leader was Pan.

This site provides a complete biography of Sophocles reprinted from a drama history book. Includes his innovations in ancient theater and his achievements as an artist.

Brief description of how societal traditions developed into theater in Ancient Greece. Includes well-known playwrights and plays as well as links to comprehensive information within and outside of the site.

This is a brief biography of Greek playwright, Euripides.

This encyclopedia entry from Wikipedia about tragedies discusses its Greek origins; the typical characteristics of a tragedy; and lists some examples of ancient Greek, Roman, English, and modern-day writers of tragedies.

In addition to the usual biographical material and links to English translations of his plays, this includes a long discussion of "Oedipus the King," Sophocles' most famous work.

Read an extensive, scholarly retelling of the stories of Heracles and of the legends that surround him, including descriptions of his twelve labors and the geographical locations corresponding to the myths.

Detailed analysis of "Prometheus Bound" a play by Aeschylus. Includes excerpts, pictures, and excellent sources.

This site briefly discusses the playwright and his contribution to the theater. Includes a picture of a mosaic depiction of Aeschylus.

A discussion of the beginnings of tragedy and the six necessary components of tragedy. Includes Aristotle's thoughts on tragedies.

Short biography on the playwright Euripides. Good summary of his role as a playwright.

This is a short biography of Aeschylus, touching on his innovative play writing style.

Short biographical sketch of the playwright Sophocles and his contribution to the theater. Lists some of his major works.

A few sentences of biographical information on the playwright.