The Tragedies of Euripides, Volume I.

Where was Euripide's play " Alcestis" first performed?

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Last updated by Jill W on 02 Jul 10:02

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Answered by Jill W on 02 Jul 10:02

Alcestis was first performed in 438 BCE at the City Dionysia, a dramatic festival that served as a competition for playwrights. would compete to entertain the citizens of Athens. Alcestis won second place at the Dionysia.