'I Kreon' New Adaptation Address 9/11 Attacks, Opens Nov.1

New Moon Rep and Roust Theatre Company will present the world premiere of I Kreon, a contemporary verse adaptation by Aole T. Miller of the Sophocles classic drama Antigone. Directed by Aole T. Miller, I Kreon will begin performances on November 8, with the official opening scheduled for November 11. Performances will be at Walkerspace (46 Walker Street) in TriBeCa, and will continue through December 1.

"I Kreon focuses on Kreon's point of view. How does the leader of a shattered nation, a nation who's Towers have fallen, begin the process of rebuilding and reuniting that nation? How does he best honor the dead? What sacrifice is he willing to make to secure this rebuilt nation? Dealing with the issue of being an American today, I Kreon is set in the post-apocalyptic world of New Thebes and asks the poignant question, 'Can a modern ruler rebuilding a nation destroyed by terrorism be both a benevolent 'father' and an officer of the state?' It is a story of the struggle for love and community obligation, within a world of deception and fear. Written in verse with a contemporary spin, I Kreon challenges all who choose to blame others for the state of society. I Kreon questions the role of the community and the collective responsibility of its individuals," ask press notes.

The cast for I Kreon will be Claire Siebers, James Luse, Maggie Surovell, Max Arnaud, David Beck, Ian Eaton, Rebecca Hackett, Paul Harkins, Rafael Jordan and Ian Lowe.

Artistic Director Aole T. Miller, the Brooklyn based New Moon Repertory Theatre Company brings unique perspectives and theatrical innovations to both New York City and international audiences. The company produces adaptations of classical, contemporary, and original plays that address the deep conflicts of archetypal characters. This is accomplished through their signature process of mask work, voice and movement techniques developed and refined over the past 20 years.

Roust Theatre Company is dedicated to radical and epoch-making theatre. The company aims to challenge and inspire its audience, and encourage the questioning of the world around us. Roust Theatre Company believes that theatre is much more than entertainment, it has the power to make a difference in the world – www.RoustTC.com

I Kreon runs November 8 – December 1. Performance schedule is Thursdays through Saturdays at 8PM (no performance on Thanksgiving); plus Sunday matinees at 3PM.  Tickets are $18 and can be reserved by calling SmartTix at 212 868 4444 or online at www.SmartTix.com. Performances at the Walkerspace, 46 Walker Street (between Church Street and Broadway).

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