Sophocles' Oedipus the King
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Award-winning Canberra company Greek Theatre Now presents Sophocles' Oedipus the King at the Saw Avenue Amphitheatre, May Drive & Saw Avenue, Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth, WA 6005, King's Birthday long weekend 24-28 September 2026.In English. Widely considered the dramatic masterpiece of ancient Greek theatre.
Thursday 24 September 2026: 10.30 am - schools and general public.
Friday 25 September 2026: 10.30 am - schools and general public.
Friday 25 September 2026: 1.30 pm - schools and general public.
Saturday 26 September 2026: 4 pm Sunset Performance - general public.
Sunday 27 September 2026: 2.30 pm - general public.
Monday King's Birthday public holiday 28 September 2026: 2.30 pm - general public.
"A masterpiece of Attic tragedy … perfect structure, intense dramatic irony and profound exploration of fate versus free will.”
"A prime example of excellent theatre" - Canberra Critics Circle
Show run time 100 mins. No interval. Toilets and parking near the theatre.
Please feel free to bring a rug, cushions, folding chairs, a sun hat, an umbrella, your own snacks.
100% refund if show cancelled due to bad weather, or ticket to an alternative performance, whatever is preferred.
Enjoy the show!
Dates
Thursday 24 September 2026 - Monday 28 September 2026 (UTC+08)Location
Saw Avenue Amphitheatre
May Drive & Saw Avenue, Kings Park & Botanic Garden WA 6005
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