Ovid’s epic poem about the loves, losses and transformations of gods and mortals, is evocatively brought to life in Mary Zimmerman’s adaptation, Metamorphoses, directed by Steven Stead, at the Baxter Studio, until Saturday September 14 at 8pm, with Saturday matinees at 2.30pm.
The unique, visceral theatrical experience takes place in and around a rectangular pool of water, with eight actors playing out a vivid adaptation of nine Greek and Roman myths. The magical tales feature characters such as Midas, Orpheus, Aphrodite and Eros, as they explore what it is to be human – to love, to lose, to laugh and to lament.
“The tone of the piece is hugely varied, being both epic and intimate,” explains Stead, “sometimes enigmatically mythical, sometimes prosaically funny, but always compelling and entertaining. It is sensual and playful in equal measures, occasionally terrifying and disturbing.”
Set design is by Patrick Curtis, lighting design by Franky Steyn, costume design by Wolf Britz and music composition by Jannous Nkululeko Aukema.
There is an age restriction of no under 8’s.
Tickets cost from R85 to R220. Book through Webtickets.
