Dancing in Athens, Dancing on Delos: Some Patterns of Choral Projection in Euripides

Choral dance-songs in Euripides' plays, such as the Troades and Elektra, reveal intricate patterns of choral projection that intertwine choreutic, cultic-choral, and encomiastic elements. This study shifts focus from the external theatrical setting to the internal representation of gods and rituals within these performances, demonstrating how choral projection functions both in mythical pasts and contemporary theatrical contexts. Euripides' works showcase complex correlations between choral performance, dramatic action, and emotional atmospheres, highlighting his unique approach to integrating ritualistic elements into tragedy.

Henrichs, A. (2018). Dancing in Athens, Dancing on Delos: Some Patterns of Choral Projection in Euripides. Greek Literature, 514–528. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203055892-26