1. The Bacchae
The Bacchae This play begins with the impregnation of Semele, princess of Thebes, by Zeus. ... Dionysus develops a religion based upon passion and ecstasy and travels all over Asia teaching his rites to men, forming the Asian Bacchae. ... The King of Thebes, Pentheus, denounces this new religion and plans to overtake this leader of the Bacchae. ...
- Word Count: 256
- Approx Pages: 1
- Grade Level: High School