Oedipus Rex (Excerpt)

$3.00

10-12 pages that establish character, style, and setting. Includes character list.

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Oedipus Rex 

(flexible casting: 2-4 M, 1-3 W; Chorus may be enlarged, if desired)

The story of a man facing the consequences of not only his own actions, but the actions of those who came before him. This classic retelling of one of our oldest stories explores pride, ambition and ultimately, sacrifice. 

Award-winning

  • 50 minutes

  • Contains symbolic violence and elevated language (blank verse)

  • Flexible staging suitable for touring

  • Target audience 7th grade and older

10-12 pages that establish character, style, and setting. Includes character list.

✦ .  ⁺   . ✦ .  ⁺   . ✦

Oedipus Rex 

(flexible casting: 2-4 M, 1-3 W; Chorus may be enlarged, if desired)

The story of a man facing the consequences of not only his own actions, but the actions of those who came before him. This classic retelling of one of our oldest stories explores pride, ambition and ultimately, sacrifice. 

Award-winning

  • 50 minutes

  • Contains symbolic violence and elevated language (blank verse)

  • Flexible staging suitable for touring

  • Target audience 7th grade and older