The ancient Greek tragedy Iphigenia in Aulis, by Euripides, is currently on in Sydney as part of the Greek Festival of Sydney and Hellenic Art Theatre.
The play, now running at the Greek Theatre ‘Mantouridion’, will continue until the 21 April. Directed by Stavros Economidis and with music by Mikis Theodorakis, the play is in Greek with English subtitles.
The story of Iphigenia in Aulis revolves around Agamemnon, leader of the Greek coalition before and during the Trojan War, and his decision to sacrifice his daughter, Iphigenia, to appease the goddess Artemis and allow his troops to set sail to preserve their honour in battle against Troy. The conflict between Agamemnon and Achilles over the fate of the young woman presages a similar conflict between the two at the beginning of the Iliad. In his depiction of the experiences of the main characters, Euripides frequently uses tragic irony for dramatic effect.
Iphigenia in Aulis is on at The Greek Theatre ‘Mantouridion’, Greek Cultural Centre, Building 36, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville. For bookings contact Melpo on (02) 9519 8104 or Evelyn on 0413 989 007. Tickets are $30 and $23 for concession. Twenty per cent discount for groups over 12.