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What is the meaning of the cover of Pygmalion?

In mythology, Pygmalion was a king of Cyprus who carved and then fell in love with a statue of a woman, which Aphrodite brought to life as Galatea. Pygmalion is also the name of a play by George Bernard Shaw (his play was named after the mythological story). The movie "My Fair Lady" was based on his play.


What's the meaning of Pygmalion?

In mythology, Pygmalion was a king of Cyprus who carved and then fell in love with a statue of a woman, which Aphrodite brought to life as Galatea. Pygmalion is also the name of a play by George Bernard Shaw (his play was named after the mythological story). The movie "My Fair Lady" was based on his play.


When was Pygmalion in the Classroom created?

Pygmalion in the Classroom was created in 1968.


Who plays the part of Ovid's Pygmalion in Shaw's play Pygmalion?

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Who plays the part of Ovid's Pygmalion in Shaws play Pygmalion.?

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What is colonel pickering's first name in Pygmalion?

Colonel Pickering's first name in "Pygmalion" is Henry.


Who is Galatea in Shaw's play?

Galatea is a statue in the play "Pygmalion" by George Bernard Shaw. Pygmalion sculpted Galatea and fell in love with her.


Who came up with the original myth of the Pygmalion?

the original play writer of the Pygmalion was Ovid it was originally a poem


What ancient Greek sculptor fell in love with his own creation?

His name was Pygmalion.


What are the key differences between the play "Pygmalion" and the musical "My Fair Lady"?

The key differences between the play "Pygmalion" and the musical "My Fair Lady" are that "Pygmalion" is a straight play written by George Bernard Shaw, focusing on social class and language, while "My Fair Lady" is a musical adaptation of "Pygmalion" with added songs and a more romantic storyline.


Who wrote the 1912 play Pygmalion?

The 1912 play Pygmalion was written by the famous author George Bernard Shaw. The play is a satire of the British class system and has been an influence to many writers since.


What knowledge do audiences of George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion need to have in order to better understand the deeper meaning of the play?

The original Greek myth.