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LaGuardia theater group acts out Greek tragedies

A program of two Greek tragedies by Euripides, “Medea” and “The Bacchae,” will be presented at LaGuardia Community College Jan. 28 through 31. The college’s Theatre Ensemble, a troupe of students, faculty, and staff that has been

In both plays, the Greek tragic poet forces his characters to confront personal issues. “Medea” portrays a woman’s solitary battle with hypocrisy and prejudice, while “The Bacchae” deals with religious fanaticism and puritanical repression.

The plays were adapted and directed by Philip Lerman, an adjunct professor. Performances are scheduled for Jan. 28 at 2:30 p.m.; Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.; Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.; and Jan. 31 at 2:30 p.m. Performances will be held in the college’s Little Theater at Van Dam Street and 47th Avenue, Long Island City. Tickets can be purchased on the theater door. For more information, call 718-482-5690 or 212-675-5908.