The Gospel at Colonus

Details

Gospel music, rock 'n' roll swagger, a dash of soul and syncopated style are at the heart of this uplifting spectacle. Set in modern day America it is a radical reworking of Sophocles's tragedy Oedipus at Colonus. The wonderful traditions of gospel singing are centre stage and will have you jumping out of your seat to join in! A Pentecostal preacher drives the narrative while the legendary gospel vocal group, The Blind Boys of Alabama, collectively play the role of Oedipus. Classic Greek drama is given more than a little contemporary twist by New York based theatre director Lee Breuer. Duration 2hrs

Cast/Performers

Bob Telson (piano), Butch Heyward (organ), Leroy Clouden (drums), Rev Dr Earl F Miller, Jay Caldwell, Kevin Davis, Carolyn Johnson-White, Bernardine Mitchell, Josie Johnson

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Lee Breuer, Bob Telson
Company(s): The Blind Boys of Alabama, The Legendary Soul Stirrers, The Steeles, The Inspirational Voices of Abyssinian Baptist Church
Adapted by: Lee Breuer
Director: Lee Breuer
Music: Bob Telson
Musical Director: Bob Telson
Design(s): Alison Yerxa, Adam Larsen (video projection)
Lighting: Jason Boyd
Sound: Ron Lorman