In Sophocles" play Antigone we are faced with a simple conflict between Creon, king of Thebes, and his niece, Antigone. ... As the play begins, Antigone is alone in her beliefs. ... The play begins with Antigone conversing with Ismene, her sister. ... (Antigone, ll. 499-507) Antigone is a woman for whom politics and sovereignty of the state take second place. ... (Antigone, ll. 209-213) As the plot develops, however, it becomes clear that for Creon the welfare of the Theban citizens is not an overriding concern. ...

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Characters and Plot: "Antigone" by Jean Anouilh is an adaptation of the original "Antigone" written by Sophocles. ... Antigone disobeyed the law and would have to be buried alive. ... Antigone was buried alive as opposed to committing suicide. ... Anouilh, Antigone, trans. ... Sophocles, Antigone & Oedipus the King, in Antigone, Oedipus, Electra, trans. ...

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Because of the three unities, Antigone's actions in burying her brother cannot be shown on stage. ... Thus, the sentry's role is integral to the plot. More importantly, the sentry is the first person besides Antigone to question Creon's judgment. ... He represents the view of the common people, sympathetic to Antigone, grieving for their own lost sons and husbands, and surely recognizing the suffering Antigone must feel over her unburied brother. ... Would Antigone have been wiser to be a bit more cautious about keeping herself safe? ...

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Athenians knew the plots to the plays, as they commemorated great events or explained religion. ... Creon tries to separate Oedipus from his two loyal daughters, Ismene and Antigone. ... However, they would also know the entirety of the plot, but delight in its theme, message, performance and Sophocles" interpretation. ... Plot: Oedipus at Colonus begins with Oedipus arriving with Antigone in Thebes. ... Continuing, Creon's arrival and attempted kidnap of Antigone and Ismene furthur develops the plot. ...

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• Grade Level: High School