Romans | Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth
Dr Michael Scott explores how the Romans absorbed Greek theatre and how their empire provides a crucial connection between modern drama and the plays of the ancient Greeks.
TweetClip Info
- Clip length: 59'09''
- Broadcast year: 2013
Curriculum Connection
- History | Ancient Greece
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Ancient Greece: The Greatest Show on Earth
- Episode: Romans
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