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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.

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Lee Breuer, Bob Telson