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Thebes: Forgotten City of Ancient Greece

The ancient city of Thebes was a major Greek city-state whose rich mythical repertoire was co-opted by Athenians rather than preserved for its own sake or in its own right. In the fifth century BCE, Thebes sided with Persia in the Greek-Persian Wars, and Thebes became a byword for treachery. In the fourth century BCE, it was actually obliterated by Alexander the Great and ceased to exist.

Bringing Thebes back to life will be Dr. Paul Cartledge, who has taught ancient Greek culture at Cambridge University and has published extensively on Greek history.

This program is presented by The National Arts Club.











When: Tue., Dec. 8, 2020 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: The National Arts Club
15 Gramercy Park S.
212-475-3424
Price: Free, donation suggested
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The ancient city of Thebes was a major Greek city-state whose rich mythical repertoire was co-opted by Athenians rather than preserved for its own sake or in its own right. In the fifth century BCE, Thebes sided with Persia in the Greek-Persian Wars, and Thebes became a byword for treachery. In the fourth century BCE, it was actually obliterated by Alexander the Great and ceased to exist.

Bringing Thebes back to life will be Dr. Paul Cartledge, who has taught ancient Greek culture at Cambridge University and has published extensively on Greek history.

This program is presented by The National Arts Club.

Buy tickets/get more info now