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A Queen, Alcestis, gives up her life to save her king. The King, wracked by guilt, contemplates a future without her. But will Apollo's prediction that Alcestis will return from the dead come true? Poignant, tragic and intensely moving, with episodes of burlesque comedy, Alcestis is a potent drama based on a Greek play by Euripedes. Ted Hughes brings his talents as a poet and playwright to bear in this surprisingly contemporary version, filled with verbal brilliance and captivating story telling - his last masterpiece. Ted Hughes’ verse play of Euripides’ Alcestis

Cast/Performers

John Harwood

Creatives/Company

Author: Euripedes
Adapted by: Ted Hughes
Company: Iris Theatre
Choreographer: Josephine Lott
Music: Bartok (44 Violin Duos)

Alcestis

Alcestis (Play) production archive for QTIX code T33947692. Details of all Alcestis archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S1989225829

Archive Listings

4 Nov 08
to
15 Nov 08

St Paul's Church (The Actors Church)
Inner London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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