Antigone (This Play I Read in High School) tickets
About Antigone (This Play I Read in High School)
A riveting take on Sophocles’ classic, ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) reimagines the story of Oedipus’ daughter Antigone through a bold new lens. Written by award-winning playwright Anna Ziegler, this lyrical epic follows a fiercely independent young woman determined to control her own body in a kingdom ruled by archaic laws that regulate women’s autonomy. Incisively witty and breathtakingly intelligent, ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) paints a world that is both modern and ancient; a world of lost leaders, hapless cops, and one very righteous daughter on an all-night bender. Drama Desk Award nominee Tyne Rafaeli directs this daring new work about the timeless quest to find your voice.
Run time
2hr 15min. Incl. 1 intermission.
Venue
Categories
Start date
February 26th, 2026
End date
April 12th, 2026
“A brilliant, urgent reimagining that feels painfully relevant today”
Ancient Tragedy Meets Modern Urgency
Audiences are absolutely captivated by this brilliant reimagining of Sophocles' classic, praising how Anna Ziegler's witty and powerful adaptation makes the ancient story feel painfully relevant to to...
What It Feels Like
- Electrifying
- Deeply poignant
- Thought-provoking
You’ll Love This If…
- You appreciate bold modern adaptations of classical works
- You enjoy theater that challenges your beliefs
- You love powerful performances that bring you to tears
I was disappointed w how the original plot was altered.
A modern take on the classic story which we all read in high school, but would have much more enjoyed this version in high school.
PRO - A stellar acting ensemble of NYC's finest keeps this interesting yet somewhat uneven interpretation of Sophocles' classic afloat Perkins as Antigone is ferocious CON - Ziegler's hook takes its time to appear & its a powerful one Yet it also lessens the full scope of the original
Stars on stage
Celia Keenan-Bolger
Tony Shalhoub
Calvin Leon Smith
Antigone (This Play I Read in High School) cast and creative team
By: Anna Ziegler
Director: Tyne Rafaeli
Producer: The Public Theater
Cast list: Celia Keenan-Bolger (as Chorus), Tony Shalhoub (as Creon), Susannah Perkins (as Antigone), Calvin Leon Smith (as Haemon), Haley Wong (as Ismene), Katie Kreisler (as Cop 1/Proprietor), Dave Quay (as Cop 2/Palace Guard), Ethan Dubin (as Cop 3/Achilles)
Sets: David Zinn
Costumes: Enver Chakartash
Lighting: Jen Schriever
Sound: Daniel Kluger
Other info: Compositions by Daniel Kluger, prop management by Claire M. Kavanah
Venue
The Public Theater
Accessibility
Accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms. Assistive Listening Devices. ASL interpreted, Open Caption and Audio Descriptions at select performances or on demand by request.
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