Lysistrata (1972)

Written by Aristophanes
Directed by Michael Cacoyannis
Cast: Melina Mercouri, Philip Bruns, Evelyn Russell, Emory Bass, John Bentley, Nai Bonet, Cynthia Bullens, Mary Jo Catlett

The play begins with these lines spoken by the Athenian Lysistrata and her friend Calonice. Women, as represented by Calonice, are sly hedonists in need of firm guidance and direction. In contrast, Lysistrata is portrayed to be an extraordinary woman with a large sense of individual and social responsibility.

Theater

Brooks Atkinson Theatre · Broadway

Closed

November 18, 1972