Overview
Character Name
Herdsman
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Adult, Mature Adult, Elderly
Role Size
Featured
Voice
Spoken
Time & Place
palace of oedipus, ancient times, thebes
Analysis
The Herdsman is brought in by the Messenger to verify the story of Oedipus’ unknown past. He is usually portrayed as feeble and compassionate, and becomes the victim of Oedipus’ hubris and aggression in search of the truth. The Herdsman has knowledge of the prophecy around
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