THEATRE: Oedipus - APAC, VENTspace

Title: Oedipus

Presented By: Australian Performing Arts Conservatory (APAC)

Genre: Greek Tragedy

Synopsis: Oedipus is a timeless saga of prophecy, power, and the brutal forces of fate. Set in Thebes, a city ravaged by plague, the play follows King Oedipus as he vows to discover the cause of the city’s suffering. His pursuit of the truth, however, becomes a harrowing journey into his own past, leading to a shocking realisation about his identity. In this clash of destiny and defiance, Oedipus confronts the inescapable power of fate, with devastating consequences. This production is a gripping portrayal of one man’s struggle against destiny, bringing Sophocles' epic tale to life in a modern and intense retelling.

Written By: Sophocles

Directed By: Marcus Oborn

Performance Dates:

• Wednesday, 27 November 2024 at 6:00 pm

• Friday, 29 November 2024 at 8:00 pm

Performance Location and Address: VENTspace, 23 Glenelg Street, South Brisbane, QLD 4101

Ticket Costs: FREE, bookings essential

Ticket Link: Book Tickets on TryBooking

Warnings: Contains simulated violence and mature themes

Recommended Age: 15+