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kleonard's review
5.0
This contains not just a fine translation of the three Oedipus plays, but an outstanding introduction, in which editor and translator Bryan Doerries discusses his Theater of War Productions company and how putting on these plays among and for communities affected by racial violence, veterans with PTSD, and other groups struggling with trauma can help in the healing process. I was fascinated by this work and the way the company addresses social justice issues, eldercare, homelessness, and other contemporary issues. Highly recommended.
cinaedus's review
5.0
Doerries has crafted a smooth, fast-paced, easily-accessible rendition of Sophokles’s Oedipos trilogy that was more than enjoyable from the perspective of a scholar of antiquity, & excellent for anyone who would wish to approach these remarkable plays either for the first time, or for yet another re-read.
spacestationtrustfund's review
2.0
This review is of the translation by Brian Doerries.
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Here are Oedipus the King, Oedipus at Colonus, and Antigone in fresh new versions for contemporary readers and audiences. Each has been the basis for groundbreaking theatrical performances by Theater of War Productions, in which actors present dramatic readings, followed by town hall-style discussions. These forums are designed to confront social issues by evoking raw, personal reactions to themes highlighted in the plays.
The Oedipus Project is an innovative digital initiative that presents scenes from Oedipus the King as a catalyst for frank and restorative online conversations about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on diverse communities. First performed in 429 BC[E] during the time of a plague that killed one-third of the Athenian population, it is a story of arrogant leadership, ignored prophecy, and a pestilence that ravages the city of Thebes—a story that is as relevant now as it was in its own time.
The Oedipus at Colonus Project presents readings of scenes from Sophocles’ final play, Oedipus at Colonus, for powerful, community-driven conversations about homelessness, the immigration and refugee crises, and the challenges of elder care during and after the pandemic.
Antigone in Ferguson is a pioneering project that fuses dramatic readings from Antigone with live choral music, culminating in powerful, healing discussions about race and social justice. Antigone in Ferguson was conceived in the wake of Michael Brown’s death in 2014, through a collaboration between Theater of War Productions and community members from Ferguson, Missouri, and premiered at Normandy High School, Michael Brown’s alma mater.
brittmariasbooks's review
dark
reflective
sad
fast-paced
4.25
The introduction was really interesting! Theatre of War Productions sounds like a great initiative! Although the introduction does spoil the plays so if you don't want that, read it afterwards.
I really enjoyed the plays, especially Oedipus the King (Oedipus Rex). The translations by Bryan Doerries are very readable. I had no trouble with the wording or phrasing. These new translations hopefully make the play more accessible to the new generations.
I really enjoyed the plays, especially Oedipus the King (Oedipus Rex). The translations by Bryan Doerries are very readable. I had no trouble with the wording or phrasing. These new translations hopefully make the play more accessible to the new generations.
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