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Mario Telò is a Professor specializing in Ancient Greek & Roman Studies, Rhetoric, and Comparative Literature. His research primarily focuses on Greek literature and ancient drama reception, examining the interplay between antiquity and modernity through various theoretical frameworks, including psychoanalysis and critical theory. His notable works include 'Aristophanes Cloak Comedy: Affect, Aesthetics, Canon' and 'Archive Feelings: Theory Greek Tragedy'. Telò's scholarship often explores how ancient texts engage with contemporary issues, providing insights into aesthetic experiences and the politics of representation in literature and art. He is particularly interested in the resonances of Greek tragedy in today's cultural landscape and the implications of critical theory on classical texts. Currently, he is engaged in several projects that interrogate the relevance of classical literature in a global context, including forthcoming publications that examine Edward Said's critical approach to classical reception and the intersections of queer theory and ancient narrative forms.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Mario Telò has been a faculty member in the Department of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies for over a decade, focusing on the intricacies of ancient texts and their modern interpretations.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.