ICARUS REDUX Now Playing at the Factory Theatre

Icarus Redux is a modern explosion of the classic Greek myth about art, loss, and the longing to fly. Combining themes of sexual transgression, familial bonds, and artistic creation with a beautifully austere design, the underground hit of the 2009 Toronto Fringe is revamped and reimagined.The show runs until January 17 and is part of the 2010 Next Stage Festival.

Daedalus is alone, grief-stricken and crying out to ‘non-God', when his world is invaded by the boy - at once the son he lost and a disturbing reflection challenging his unsteady grip on sanity. Innovative visuals - including puppetry and stage-spanning wings - mix with one of the most talked about scripts of the year to create a theatre experience that is challenging, moving, and unforgettable.

**** "Spectacular." -Eye Weekly cover story

"Tightly directed, stylishly presented... Jonathan Whittaker is terrific." -TheGate.com

"Challenging, controversial and thought provoking... Highly recommended." -Xtra

Icarus Redux
Written and directed by Sean O'Neill
Assistant directed by Bethany Jillard
Featuring Jonathan Whittaker and Michael Sutherland Young
Set design by Brendon O'Neill
Sound design by John Gzowski
Lighting design by Jason Hand
Stage Manager: Lori Anderson

Please be advised that this production contains mature themes, mature language, and nudity.

The Factory Theatre Studio is located at 125 Bathurst Street, Toronto

For tickets and more information, please visit http://www.icarusredux.com/

(Photo: Jonathan Whittaker and Sean O'Neill. Photo Credit: Susan Kordalewski)

 

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