Was it fate, or the hubris of a man who would be king? Did the gods arrange his bloody fall, or did he ignore the intimations of lesser men? Were his eyes blinded by ambition or by a forbidden love?
The actors of the Avatar Repertory Theater explore the violent passions of Oedipus Rex in this new adaptation of Sophocles' classic Greek tragedy. Playwright Ada Radius has searched this old, but everlasting story, and given us fresh look at the powerful tale of King Oedipus and Queen Jocasta.
You are invited to join us in Thebes. Come walk the hills with us, and stand before the royal palace. Listen to the ancient music of the people, as they confront their King and demand hope. Experience the pain that Oedipus inflicts on himself and his family as the gods look on. Was he cursed? Or was his agony self-inflicted?
Struggle with us. “Oedipus Rex” will be presented for your consideration on October 2, 3, 9,10, 16 and 17 at the new home of the Avatar Repertory Theater in Second Life. The acting company includes Joff Fassnacht, MadameThespian Underhill, Thundergas Menges, Em Jannings, Rowan Shamroy and Kayden Oconnell.
A striking new immersive set has been designed and built for Oedipus Rex by JadaBright Pond and Elegia Underwood. Rowan Shamroy and Ada Radius have designed new avatars and costumes for this extraordinary production.
About "Oedipus Rex" director Ada Radius says, "Oedipus is about sex, death and religion. I hope we disturb everyone." Come be disturbed with us.
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