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Directed and presented by
CAREY PERLOFF
CAST
(In order of appearance)
Oedipus.........................John Douglas Thompson
Antigone....................................Alexandra Cramer
Stranger | Chorus...........................Alon Nashman
Ismene...........................................Brenda Meaney
Theseus.................................................Nike Imoru
Creon | Messenger...............Peter Francis James
Polyneices...........................................Tom Pecinka
Music created and performed by David Coulter
Translation by Timberlake Wertenbaker
Following our fascinating online rehearsal in May of scenes from OEDIPUS TYRANNOS, we will present a rehearsal reading of Sophocles' rarely produced final play, OEDIPUS AT COLONUS. Written by the 90-year-old playwright while he was in exile from Athens, the play explores the final moments of Oedipus’ life, as he wrestles with the tragedy of his family and the pain of self-knowledge. Set in a sacred grove, COLONUS is a magical play about nature, nurture, and the end of life.
An Ancient Art Council Production
About Programs at the Ancient Art Council
Programs are varied and include such activities as lectures by noted archaeologists, museum curators, and ancient art historians; exclusive tours of the Museum’s permanent collection and special exhibitions; fund-raising events; and travel programs to ancient sites and other museums. Members also receive invitations from related organizations to attend lectures ad exhibition openings. Your annual membership dues and contributions will assist in furthering the Ancient Art collection at the Fine Arts Museums.
PROGRAM
December 4, 2021 at 2:00 PM - 3:30 pm (PST)
Rehearsed Reading of OEDIPUS AT COLONUS by Sophocles
This program will be live streamed on Zoom. An e-confirmation with a Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Presented by and directed by Carey Perloff, artistic director emerita, American Conservatory Theater
Admission:
Free and open to the public. Registration is required. Donations are welcome.
