Samson Agonistes

012 - Occasions drew me early to this city

In this haunting and powerful rendition, Miltons final extended work unfolds as a tragedy steeped in the classical Unities of Time, Place, and Action. Although it was never intended for the stage, this solitary performance brings to life the poignant tale of Samson—a blinded captive who engages with a Chorus of friends and fellow countrymen. As visitors arrive with their varying missions, the vivid recollections of his tumultuous past emerge. Ultimately, Samson is called upon to showcase his divinely bestowed strength in a dramatic confrontation with his captors, the Philistines. The climax of his offstage performance is as legendary as it is tragic, leaving a lasting impact. (Summary by Martin Geeson)

011 - Peace with you brethren

In this haunting and powerful rendition, Miltons final extended work unfolds as a tragedy steeped in the classical Unities of Time, Place, and Action. Although it was never intended for the stage, this solitary performance brings to life the poignant tale of Samson—a blinded captive who engages with a Chorus of friends and fellow countrymen. As visitors arrive with their varying missions, the vivid recollections of his tumultuous past emerge. Ultimately, Samson is called upon to showcase his divinely bestowed strength in a dramatic confrontation with his captors, the Philistines. The climax of his offstage performance is as legendary as it is tragic, leaving a lasting impact. (Summary by Martin Geeson)

010 - Oh how comely it is and how reviving

In this haunting and powerful rendition, Miltons final extended work unfolds as a tragedy steeped in the classical Unities of Time, Place, and Action. Although it was never intended for the stage, this solitary performance brings to life the poignant tale of Samson—a blinded captive who engages with a Chorus of friends and fellow countrymen. As visitors arrive with their varying missions, the vivid recollections of his tumultuous past emerge. Ultimately, Samson is called upon to showcase his divinely bestowed strength in a dramatic confrontation with his captors, the Philistines. The climax of his offstage performance is as legendary as it is tragic, leaving a lasting impact. (Summary by Martin Geeson)

009 - I know no Spells use no forbidden Arts

In this haunting and powerful rendition, Miltons final extended work unfolds as a tragedy steeped in the classical Unities of Time, Place, and Action. Although it was never intended for the stage, this solitary performance brings to life the poignant tale of Samson—a blinded captive who engages with a Chorus of friends and fellow countrymen. As visitors arrive with their varying missions, the vivid recollections of his tumultuous past emerge. Ultimately, Samson is called upon to showcase his divinely bestowed strength in a dramatic confrontation with his captors, the Philistines. The climax of his offstage performance is as legendary as it is tragic, leaving a lasting impact. (Summary by Martin Geeson)

008 - She's gone a manifest Serpent

In this haunting and powerful rendition, Miltons final extended work unfolds as a tragedy steeped in the classical Unities of Time, Place, and Action. Although it was never intended for the stage, this solitary performance brings to life the poignant tale of Samson—a blinded captive who engages with a Chorus of friends and fellow countrymen. As visitors arrive with their varying missions, the vivid recollections of his tumultuous past emerge. Ultimately, Samson is called upon to showcase his divinely bestowed strength in a dramatic confrontation with his captors, the Philistines. The climax of his offstage performance is as legendary as it is tragic, leaving a lasting impact. (Summary by Martin Geeson)