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Why Are We Obsessed With Antigone?

by Helen Shaw, Léo Hamelin, Laura Salaberry

Antigone, an ancient Greek play, is being adapted in several theaters across New York City. Our critic Helen Shaw explains why Sophocles's anti-heroine is such a relevant figure today.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:32am on March 22, 2026