Prometheus Bound at Texas State University

Directed by Caitlin Parker, this timeless Greek tragedy explores defiance, isolation, and the cost of standing by one's convictions.

At the edge of the world, Prometheus serves his prison sentence for stealing fire and delivering it to humanity. Bound in eternal isolation, he endures visitors who offer counsel and compassion — but his defiance grows stronger with each encounter. As he rejects all pleas for compromise, Prometheus provokes an even harsher punishment, cementing his legacy as both a rebel and a martyr for humankind.

Doerries' translation began as an innovative public health project, presenting a reading of the translation to individuals, families, and communities who have been touched by the criminal justice system. This project has facilitated dialogue in various settings, from correctional centers to cultural spaces around the world.

Authors

• Aeschylus
• Dan Lipton