Rodogune

About “Rodogune”

Rodogune is a tragedy by Pierre Corneille first performed in 1645, notable for its portrayal of moral evil. The central figure, Cléopâtre, queen of Syria, faces a dire choice as she must decide between her twin sons, Antiochus and Séleucus, for the throne, with the condition that the victor must eliminate Rodogune, princess of Parthia, whose marriage is tied to the succession. The ensuing conflict leads to tragic consequences, culminating in Cléopâtre's death after she is compelled to drink a poisoned cup intended for her son Antiochus. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)