Sophocles was an ancient Greek playwright born around 496 BCE in Colonus, near Athens. He is best known for his tragedies, including "Oedipus Rex" and "Antigone," which explore complex themes of fate, morality, and human suffering. A key figure in the development of dramatic structure, Sophocles introduced innovations such as the use of painted backdrops and a third actor, significantly influencing the evolution of theater.
