Plays

Elektra Tickets

Duration

2 hrs

Age Limit

Strictly for 12+ yrs

Brie Larson sends shockwaves rippling in this punk reimagining of Sophocles' classic tragedy. Get ready for a tale of flaming revenge, hate and regret.

Great for

Fans of Greek tragedies | Brie Larson fans | Drama fans

At London's renowned Duke of York's Theatre, get ready to be scorched by intense power of Elektra. A thrilling new take on Sophocles' timeless tragedy, this production stars Brie Larson—an Oscar winner—in the title role. Elektra, directed by the renowned theater director Daniel Fish, is an exciting production that combines elements of ancient myth with cutting-edge modern theatres. This avant-garde, experimental production narrows the stage down to Elektra and the viewer, who has to bear her wrath. A finale of fury, betrayal, and catharsis drives Elektra, who is haunted by the horrific death of her father and motivated by an unquenchable need for retribution. Bringing a daring, modern twist to the timeless story, this new adaptation by acclaimed poet and classicist Anne Carson (Antigone, Autobiography of Red) transports viewers to a realm of intricate psychology and relentless suspense. Book your tickets for one of this most exciting plays this season!

At London's renowned Duke of York's Theatre, get ready to be scorched by intense power of Elektra. A thrilling new take on Sophocles' timeless tragedy, this production stars Brie Larson—an Oscar winner—in the title role. Elektra, directed by the renowned theater director Daniel Fish, is an exciting production that combines elements of ancient myth with cutting-edge modern theatres. This avant-garde, experimental production narrows the stage down to Elektra and the viewer, who has to bear her wrath. A finale of fury, betrayal, and catharsis drives Elektra, who is haunted by the horrific death of her father and motivated by an unquenchable need for retribution. Bringing a daring, modern twist to the timeless story, this new adaptation by acclaimed poet and classicist Anne Carson (Antigone, Autobiography of Red) transports viewers to a realm of intricate psychology and relentless suspense. Book your tickets for one of this most exciting plays this season!

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Show details

Genre: Plays

Audience: Strictly for 12+ yrs

Theater name: Duke of York's Theatre

Theater facilities: bars, gift shop, cloakroom, washrooms

Theater accessibility: designated wheelchair, companion, and transfer seating, step-free and level access, MobileConnect sound amplification system, captioned performances, guide dogs allowed, accessible toilets

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Brie Larson as Elektra, Stockard Channing as Clytemnestra, Marième Diouf as Chrysothemis, Greg Hicks as Aegisthus, Patrick Vaill as Orestes.

Director: Daniel FishDirector: Daniel Fish

Playwright (Adaptation): Anne Carson

Choreographer: Annie-B Parson

Designer: Jeremy Herbert

Costume Design: Doey Lüthi

Lighting Designer: Adam Silverman

Sound Design: Max & Ben Ringham

Composer: Ted Hearne

Additional info

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

This production contains loud noises and deals with themes of loss and grief.