Playwright: Sam Shephard
Rights: Dramatists
Cast Size: 2f 6m
Synopsis:
As a young man, Oedipus is told by a seer that he will grow up to kill his own father and marry his mother. He flees from home to avoid this terrible fate, but there is no escape—the dreadful prophecy finally catches up with him. Celebrated playwright Sam Shepard reimagines this Ancient Greek tale as a modern thriller. A murder is committed. Who is the victim? Who is responsible? What are the consequences for generations to come? There are many versions of the crime in this intriguing tale. People are hiding from the truth, even when it stares them in the face.
Ratings:
Language: 16+
Adult Content: 13+
Violence: 16+
Pay attention to: This is a one act play. There are some graphic descriptions of violence.
Flexibility: All changes must be approved in advance.
Production Notes: There is a lot of blood and gore in this production.