Nietzsche greatly admired Greek philosophy, which significantly influenced his ideas about life and human nature.

Olympic officials claim a controversial scene was a nod to Dionysus, despite outcry from Christians that it mocked the Last ...

The marble sarcophagus illustrates a drinking scene between Dionysus, the god of wine, and Hercules. Pictures from the site show archaeologists beaming next to the discovery, which the IAA ...

Archaeology & History New Pompeii Excavations Reveal Frescoes Depicting a Mysterious Ritual The life-sized frescos feature bacchantes and satyrs engaged in a Dionysian rite.

Dionysus was so much more than just the master of the vine; he was also charged with fertility, fruitfulness, theater, ecstasy, and abandon. Whether called Dionysus (his Greek name) or Bacchus ...

“Dionysus Was Such a Nice Man” runs through May 12 at Wilma Theater, on Broad Street between Locust and Spruce Streets. 215-546-7824 or wilmatheater.org. WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth ...