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Move over, Odysseus: time for the women of ancient Greece to have their moment in the sun
The hottest ticket in theatreland will soon be Cate Blanchett in Electra/Persona. Caged female rage continues to capture audiences
TL;DR
- Modern theatre audiences are showing a strong interest in ancient Greek tragedies.
- Simon Stone has gained recognition for his successful adaptations of Greek tragedies like 'Oresteia', 'Phaedra', and 'Medea'.
- Cate Blanchett is set to star in the highly anticipated production of 'Electra/Persona'.
- The enduring appeal of these plays lies in their exploration of unheeded female anger and its consequences.
- Stories of Medea, Clytemnestra, and Electra highlight women's reactions to abandonment, murder, and familial betrayal.