The Comedies of Terence

Enter the world of ancient Rome and experience the hilarity of comedic plays written by Terence, a Roman African playwright during the Roman Republic. In this collection, you'll find the best of Terence's work, performed for the first time over two thousand years ago. Discover the story of how Terentius Lucanus, a Roman senator, brought Terence to Rome as a slave, educated him, and later freed him. Although Terence's life was brief, his comedic legacy lives on. His plays were heavily used to teach Latin during the Middle Ages and Renaissance period, and even influenced the great playwright, William Shakespeare. If you're looking for some lighthearted entertainment, don't miss out on this delightful collection of ancient Roman comedies.