History - Ancient Greece & Rome: Tragedies to Gladiators: Classical World Entertainment

Course intent

Theatre and drama, comedy and tragedy all originated in Ancient Greece. Meanwhile, dramatic entertainments such as gladiatorial combats and chariot races dominated in the Roman world.

What will I learn?

We shall investigate the festival to the Greek God Dionysos, the development of theatre design, production, staging of plays performed. Also explore some of the major Greek tragedies, their key beliefs about humans and gods.

In the Roman world; the concept of ‘panis et circenses’, Bread and Circuses used by the Emperors to keep the population of Rome happy. The locations and designs of venues for the gladiatorial combats eg the Colosseum, Circus Maximus.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This lecture is suitable for everyone.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

We recommend bringing paper and pen so you can make notes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer a wide range of courses on aspects of history, as well as other Humanities subjects that may be of interest to further your knowledge.

You can also benefit from our special offer of three lectures for £45 when booking at the same time. Please note this offer can only be redeemed over the phone or in a centre, not when enrolling online.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

Find another course

If this isn't what you're looking for, then we've got plenty more courses to offer!