Pre-Show Vocabulary Activity Use this vocabulary activity to prepare students to view and understand camp in the context of THE LION IN WINTER.
Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design Explore the history behind THE LION IN WINTER, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s production.
Synopsis and Characters Read a synopsis of THE LION IN WINTER, plus character descriptions and information about the setting.
Learning Guide: The Gospel at Colonus Check out these resources for academics, enthusiasts, educators to support your learning and viewing of THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS!
Post-Show Discussion Activity Spend some time reflecting or discussing after experiencing THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS!
The Glossary of GOSPEL Explore some of the key vocabulary related to production, compiled by THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS Production Dramaturg, Wenke (Coco) Huang.
Additional Learning, Listening, and Viewing Check out these resources for additional learning about the history of gospel music and Sophocles!
Pre-Show Genogram and Genre Activity Explore the intersection of family trees and music with this pre-show activity.
Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design Explore the history behind THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s production.
Rewind, Refresh: The Oedipus Trilogy Watch three brief videos summarizing the basic plot points and character relationships in OEDIPUS REX, OEDIPUS AT COLONUS, and ANTIGONE.