Performance

The Gospel at Colonus

7 Sep 2023 – 30 Sep 2023

Regular hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
20:00 – 22:00
Friday
20:00 – 22:00
Saturday
20:00 – 22:00
Sunday
Closed

Cost of entry

$30-$55

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The Getty Villa

Los Angeles
California, United States

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The story of Oedipus reimagined as a powerful gospel church service.

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The Gospel at Colonus

GETTY VILLA

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 8 pm

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 8 pm

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 8 pm

Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 8 pm

Friday, September 15, 2023, at 8 pm

Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 8 pm

Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 8 pm

Friday, September 22, 2023, at 8 pm

Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 8 pm

Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 8 pm

Friday, September 29, 2023, at 8 pm

Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 8 pm

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Soulful and stirring, this one-of-a-kind theatrical event reimagines the story of Oedipus as the centerpiece of a redemptive musical celebration. The blinded Oedipus arrives at the town of Colonus, near Athens, seeking rest after a lifetime of tragedy. But he is pursued by enemies, including his own son. Based on Sophocles's Oedipus at Colonus from the 5th century BCE, this adaptation blends Greek myth with Black spiritual practice for a jubilant, life-affirming journey.

Adaptation and original lyrics by Lee Breuer
Adapted lyrics by Lee Breuer And Bob Telson
Music by Bob Telson
Directed by Mark J.P. Hood and Charles Newell
With associate director Taron Patton
Co-produced by Court Theatre

ASL interpreted performances on Thursdays September 14 and 21, 2023.

Ticket Prices
Previews - $30
Thursday - $45 general | $40 student/senior
Friday - $50
Saturday - $55

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