Compare the portrayal of Creon in Oedipus the King and Antigone.

In both plays Creon is of high social status. In Antigone he is the king of Thebes. In Oedipus the King he is the brother in law to Oedipus and becomes king at the end of the play. In Antigone, Creon is portrayed as a main character as the plot revolves around him and his decisions as he is the King of Thebes. In this play Creon's character is irrational, as he does not obey …

…t, powerful and correct in his beliefs. He also is very considerate to other people's needs; although he is a secondary character therefore there is less response from an audience towards him. However for an audience I think Creon's portrayal in Antigone provokes a far more emotional response, as you feel pathos for him yet also go through a stage of dislike for the character, especially as he is a main character of the play.