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The Helen Borgers Theater Home of The Long Beach Shakespeare Company Present ANTIGONE


ANTIGONE, presented by The Helen Borgers Theater of The Long Beach Shakespeare Company, enters its final week of performances.

Undermain Theatre Presents THE PERSIANS This May


Explore the ancient tragedy THE PERSIANS, brought to life by Undermain Theatre. Immerse yourself in a timeless tale of war and its aftermath, reimagined for the modern audience.

Repertorio Español Reveals Winners of the New York Community Trust 2024-2025 Van Lier Fellowship


Repertorio Español has revealed the winners of the New York Community Trust 2024-2025 Van Lier Fellowship. The first show premieres August 2nd, 2024.

New Play STARCROSSED To Have Reading New York City This Week


Catch the one-day-only reading of the new play STARCROSSED on April 11, 2024, at Theatrelab. Directed by Michael Alvarez, the play explores the journey of four high school seniors grappling with their pasts and futures after a school shooting.

OEDIPUS at the Old Vic, Starring Rami Malek Sets Dates


Dates have been confirmed for Oedipus, starring Rami Malek which will run at The Old Vic in 2025.  Learn more about the production here including the full cast, and how to get tickets!

New Translation of AGAMEMNON By Aeschylus Released


Agamemnon, translated by Dr. Carl Caravana and Gary Beck, then directed by Gary Beck has been released.

This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in Wardrobe, Props and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/4/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

ALL GREEKS FESTIVAL Opens Next Month in Belgium


From the open air versions of plays by Milo Rau and Tiago Rodrigues, to dozens of touching collaborations between professional artists and the people of Ghent. The ALL GREEKS FESTIVAL, unique in the history of European stage arts, simultaneously breathes new life into ancient cultural heritage and holds up a mirror to the city, society and the arts.

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company and Kelly Strayhorn Theater, Present AMM(I)GONE  


Learn more about the national tour of AMM(I)GONE from Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, in association with Kelly Strayhorn Theater.

Tickets On Sale This Week For OEDIPUS at Wyndham's Theatre


New artwork has been released, and the ticket on-sale date has been announced for the strictly limited West End run of Oedipus, a new adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles.

OPERA America Announces the Recipients of 2024 Repertoire Development Grants


OPERA America has announced the recipients of its 2024 Repertoire Development Grants.

New Musical Written For STEM Students Premieres In St. Louis After New York Engagement


A new musical written for students at the Missouri University of Science & Technology will have a brief run in New York City this month before having its World Premiere at the Tesseract Theatre Company in St. Louis this July.

Gary Beck Releases New Novel UNTIL THE BELL


Gary Beck has released a new novel, Until the Bell. Learn more about the book and see how to purchase.

Review: OEDIPUS REX at Company Theatre


What did our critic think of OEDIPUS REX at Company Theatre?

Review: ANTIGONE, Perth Theatre


An ancient play with a contemporary message, Perth Youth Theatre’s Antigone tells us to never underestimate a powerful woman, or talented young people.

New Relic Theatre Presents ANTIGONE: A Viking Era Adaptation Examining the Moral Obligations of the Living to the Dead


New Relic Theatre presents a Viking Era adaptation of Sophocles' ANTIGONE, exploring the aftermath of cruelty and the obligations of the living to the dead. Featuring original music and a talented cast, this immersive production runs from February 22-25 at Theaterlab in New York City.

ANTIGONE Comes to Perth Youth Theatre This Month


The members of Perth Youth Theatre will step into the spotlight once again this February with their main stage production of Antigone.

Indira Varma and Rami Malek to Star in OEDIPUS in London in 2025


The Old Vic has announced the world premiere of Ella Hickson’s Oedipus, starring Academy Award winner Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody, No Time To Die) and Olivier Award winner Indira Varma (Present Laughter, Game of Thrones).

Sophocles FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Sophocles written?

Sophocles has written 5 shows including Oedipus Tyrannus (Playwright), Antigone (Playwright), Oedipus Rex (Playwright), Electra (Playwright), Sophocles' Antigone: The Burial at Thebes (Original Playwright).

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