See photos of Mark Strong, Lesley Manville in 'Oedipus' on Broadway
Robert Icke's contemporary adaptation of Sophocles's classic Greek tragedy, currently playing at Studio 54, sets the action on a tense election night.
Summary
- Photos are available of Mark Strong and Lesley Manville in Oedipus on Broadway at Studio 54
- This adaptation of the Greek tragedy takes place on election night as family secrets threaten Oedipus's victory
Here's your first look at Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, and more in Oedipus on Broadway! The pair reprise their acclaimed performances from London in director Robert Icke's adaptation of Sophocles's Greek tragedy now playing at Studio 54.
On a high-stakes election night, politician Oedipus is expecting a landslide victory — until the reveal of dark family secrets turns everything upside down. Alongside Strong and Manville as Oedipus and Jocasta, the cast includes John Carroll Lynch as Creon, Samuel Brewer as Teiresias, Bhasker Patel as Corin, Jordan Scowen as Eteocles, James Wilbraham as Polyneices, Teagle F. Bougere as Driver, Ani Mesa-Perez as Lichas, Olivia Reis as Antigone, Anne Reid as Merope, Brian Thomas Abraham, Denise Cormier, Karl Kenzler, and Oliver Rowland-Jones.
Check out the photos below, and get tickets to see this award-winning reimagining of a classic — it's got our vote.
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Photo credit: Oedipus on Broadway. (Photos by Julieta Cervantes)
Frequently asked questions
How do you book tickets for Oedipus?
Book tickets for Oedipus on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Oedipus?
The recommended age for Oedipus is Ages 16+..
How long is Oedipus?
The running time of Oedipus is 2hr. No intermission.
Where is Oedipus playing?
Oedipus is playing at Studio 54. The theatre is located at 254 West 54th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10019.
What is Oedipus about?
Oedipus is an ancient Greek tragedy reimagined for today: on election night, Oedipus sees a landslide victory, but his life, and his wife Jocasta's, are about the change.
Is Oedipus good?
Yes: the play won Best Revival at the Oliviers, garnered acclaim for Mark Strong and Lesley Manville, and was a celebrated retelling of an ancient classic.
Who wrote and directed Oedipus?
Sophocles wrote the Greek tragedy, which is now adapted (and directed) by Robert Icke, who received an Olivier nomination for his direction.
Is Oedipus appropriate for kids?
No, Oedipus contains strong themes and is recommended for audiences over 12.
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