Women in greek theatre
How were women viewed in Greek Theatre?
Greek women were restricted to living within a patriarchal society. Although some plays presented women as mere housewives, others put them in the position of political leaders, heroines, and murderers. The purpose of the female being staged in socially unconventional ways is to reinforce what will be defined as the 'ideal image'. A perfect wife, including having a good, social life, being cultural and fulfilling a lawful role. They were thought as inferior compared to men, they had no power as men felt they could do a better job.
Misogyny is a recurring theme in Ancient Greece, and women were not only thought of as inferior and having a dangerous intention. They were expected to obey their husbands at all times ,however, in classical greek drama, there are instances where women would challenge men, society and politics.
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