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County	Nottinghamshire
From	8th November 2001
To	10th November 2001
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Oedipus Rex

Work:: Oedipus Rex (S4414)

In order to rid his land of devastating plague, Oedipus has to find the murderer of the previous ruler, Laius. Determined to succeed, his well meaning search for the truth leads to his tragically spectacular demise. A political icon, revered by his people and loved by his family, he is the victim of the crullest whims of the gods who condemn him to a sordid destiny involving patricide and incest. Both innocent and guilty, the circumstances of his downfall power one of the world's greatest and most famous tragedies.

Author

Sophocles

Production:: (T415362366)

Blake Morrison's exciting new version of Oedipus breathes new life into this classic drama. Northern Broadsides bring their distinctive energy and uncompromising performance style to this powerful story that still stirs the soul, centuries after it was written.

Company	Northern Broadsides
Adapted by	Blake Morrison

Listing:: L02046486662

Indoor Riding Stables, Thoresby. Box Office: 01789 403 403

Production details

Blake Morrison's exciting new version of Oedipus breathes new life into this classic drama. Northern Broadsides bring their distinctive energy and uncompromising performance style to this powerful story that still stirs the soul, centuries after it was written. Indoor Riding Stables, Thoresby. Box Office: 01789 403 403

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