Alcestis
Americannoun
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Classical Mythology. Also Alkestis the wife of Admetus who gave up her life in order that the Fates might save the life of Admetus and later was brought back from Hades by Hercules.
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(italics) a tragedy (438 b.c.) by Euripides.
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They were so impressed with Russell’s embodiment of a powerful woman that they asked Tymberly Canale, who plays Alcestis, to memorize her speech patterns.
From New York Times ● Nov. 27, 2011
Looking for a model for the dynamic and powerful Alcestis, they came up with Russell, in her role in the film “His Girl Friday.”
From New York Times ● Nov. 27, 2011
In a long, pale gold dress, Ms. Canale embodies dignity as Queen Alcestis.
From New York Times ● Nov. 27, 2011
The Alcestiad is Wilder's retelling of the Greek legend of Alcestis, whose devotion to her husband caused her to offer her life for his.
From Time Magazine Archive
During his servitude Apollo made friends with the household, especially with the head of it and his wife Alcestis.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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