Recensione di Re-embodying and Rethinking Greek and Roman Drama in Modern Times, ed. by Alena Sarkissian – Hallie Marshall – Eliška Kubartová (Leiden–Boston, Brill 2025)

The volume Re-embodying and Rethinking Greek and Roman Drama in Modern Times explores how ancient theatrical works are continually reinterpreted across diverse cultural and historical contexts. Through interdisciplinary essays, it examines the transformation of classical texts into modern performances that address identity, politics, and resistance. The contributors analyze global case studies—from Nazi-occupied Prague to contemporary New Zealand—highlighting theatre’s power as both cultural memory and social critique. Central themes include the shift from text to embodied performance and the creative potential of reception. Ultimately, the book demonstrates how Greek and Roman drama remains a living, adaptable force in modern culture.