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Thursday 20 to Saturday 22 March

7.30pm

Antigone

Venue: The Georgian Theatre Royal

RADS present a tragedy inspired by Greek mythology and the play by Sophocles from the 5th-century BC.

First produced in Paris in 1944, during the German occupation, Antigone’s character mirrors the French people’s predicament under the heel of tyranny. Creon represents the Vichy Government, symbolising the power struggle present in France at the time. In an allegorical way, the play criticises collaboration with the Nazis. Antigone is an outstanding example of Anouilh’s technical skill, and is a permanent landmark in 20th-century French theatre.

Both of Antigone's brothers have been killed in the battle for Thebes. Creon, now king, has decreed that Eteocles should be given the usual respectful burial, but Polynices must be left as carrion for scavengers. Antigone chooses to attempt to bury Polynices, and is brought before Creon as a prisoner. Creon tries to overlook the offence, perhaps because Antigone is engaged to his son Haemon, but Antigone refuses to be denied the responsibility for her actions…

Tickets are available from the Box Office on 01748 825252 or online at www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk

Thursday 20 to Saturday 22 March

7.30pm

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