The Birds tickets

Following its sold-out World Premiere at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus and in Athens, Greece, this feast-for-the-senses, vibrant restaging of Aristophanes’ ancient classic brings two Athenians to the country of the birds. Fed up with their city and the gods who rule over it, the mortals ask the birds to build them a new utopia that “embraces our inherent need to dream and offers hope for decadence.” (Art Forum)

Director Nikos Karathanos has gathered a wild flock of 30 performers to create what he calls a “weird and outrageous experience” that draws from all art forms. From ancient practices to pop culture, music hall to drag, rites of passage to beach parties, The Birds will take you on a wild flight from May 2-13 at St. Ann’s Warehouse.

This production is the centerpiece of "Birds: A Festival Inspired by Aristophanes" presented by the Onassis Cultural Center New York