Electra
Frank McGuinness's adaptation of the Greek tragedy by Sophocles, originally performed at the Old Vic theatre in London in autumn 2014. Stars Kristin Scott Thomas.
Kristin Scott Thomas stars in the Greek tragedy by Sophocles, in a new version by Frank McGuinness. This classic tale of power and revenge was originally performed in an acclaimed run at The Old Vic Theatre in London in Autumn 2014, with music composed by PJ Harvey. The stage production was directed by Ian Rickson.
Electra is bound by grief following the murder of her father Agamemnon, unwilling to forgive and consumed by a desire for revenge, her anger builds. On the return of her brother Orestes, Electra's fury explodes without mercy, leading to a bloody and terrifying conclusion.
Electra was co-produced by The Old Vic and Sonia Friedman Productions.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Servant | Peter Wight |
| Orestes | Jack Lowden |
| Electra | Kristin Scott Thomas |
| Chorus | Julia Dearden |
| Chorus | Golda Rosheuvel |
| Chorus | Thalissa Teixeira |
| Chrysothemis | Liz White |
| Clytemnestra | Diana Quick |
| Aegisthus | Tyrone Huggins |
| Director | Ian Rickson |
| Producer | Nadia Molinari |
| Writer | Frank McGuinness |
| Music | PJ Harvey |
Broadcasts
- Sun 8 Mar 201522:00BBC Radio 3
- Sun 19 Jun 201621:00BBC Radio 3
