Aeschylus

Aeschylus’ work continues to be studied and performed, contributing to the development of theatre and dramatic storytelling for centuries to come.

Aeschylus fights in the Battle of Salamis against the Persians.

Aeschylus’ play ‘The Oresteia’ premieres, establishing him as one of the greatest tragedians of ancient Greece.

Aeschylus wins his first victory at the Dionysia festival with his play ‘The Persians’.

Aeschylus begins studying the art of tragedy in Athens.

Aeschylus is born in Eleusis, Greece.