Sophocles' Classic Tragedy Oedipus the Tyrant from The Porters of Hellsgate
The Sherry Theatre (11052 Magnolia Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91610)
- Full Price:
- $20.00
- Our Price:
- $10.00*
The Porters of Hellsgate present the most famous Greek tragedy, Oedipus the Tyrant in a new translation by Jamey Hecht. When a mysterious plague hits Thebes, corpses burn, pregnant women can't give birth, crops fail, cattle die and the helpless Theban people turn to their beloved King Oedipus to save the city. Oedipus' quest reveals family secrets and an Oracle's prophecy that doom to bring him down from brilliant ruler to homeless scapegoat within the span of ninety minutes.
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The last date listed for Oedipus the Tyrant was Sunday March 20, 2011 / 2:00pm.
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Goldstar Member on Where to Park
Street parking only
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California casual
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Harald G. on Other
Small yes, but we found the seats better than many
5 Goldstar Member Reviews
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This performance was quite good. The actors were wonderful. The set was simple so it did not distract from the story.Written on Feb 21 2011
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micah cover
The Porters have done it again. Against their sparse and Spartan set, this flawless cast tells the story unforgettably, thanks in no little part to the chilling and sure-handed direction of cast member Thomas Bigley and the translation of cast member Jamey Hecht that makes the dialogue simple yet lyrical at the same time. And Charles Pasternak proves once again there's no role he can't master and make his own. Their ending leaves little doubt how fearless and heartbreaking the Porters can be when they tell a story. Go see it.Written on Mar 07 2011
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Sorry but the five reviews on file must be friends; three was generous; the chorus was poor and lead actor was o.k. but nobody was the least convincing; most need more precision in their diction.Written on Mar 20 2011
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Harald G.
Excellent acting, they really do things right, simple staging and costumes, very well done.Written on Mar 07 2011
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More Information About Oedipus the Tyrant
Website
http://www.portersofhellsgate.com/
Description
Translated by Jamey Hecht, PhD
Directed by Thomas Bigley
Produced by The Porters of Hellsgate
Starring Charles Pasternak
One year on from their award-winning run of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, The Porters of Hellsgate open their fifth season with the most famous Greek tragedy, Sophocles’ Oedipus the Tyrant. Combining dance, eclectic costuming and Jamey Hecht’s spirited translation, The Porters of Hellsgate aim to thrill audiences with this four-week run of Sophocles’ uncanny drama.