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Rupilius (tragic actor)

Rupilius

also: Rupilius

A Roman tragic actor whom Cicero recalls as invariably choosing the role of Antiopa, suited to his gestural style. Cited as an example of an actor matching the part to his own gifts.

Mentioned in 7 works (14 mentions)

Against Verres, Second Hearing, Book II speech · 5 mentions
Against Verres, Second Hearing, Book III speech · 1 mention
Against Verres, Second Hearing, Book IV speech · 1 mention
For Aulus Cluentius speech · 1 mention
Ad Familiares 13.9 letter · 1 mention
Ad Atticum 13.32 letter · 1 mention
Laelius, On Friendship phil · 4 mentions

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