

By Sophocles
Directed and Adapted by Jenny Koons
ASL Adaptation by Andrew Morrill and Alexandria Wailes
Co-produced by Deaf West Theatre
September 1 - October 1, 2022
In this visually rich and innovative reimagining of Sophocles’ classic play, Oedipus unfolds as a murder mystery, a political thriller, and a psychological whodunit. Throughout this fabled story of patricide and family complexities, King Oedipus is confronted not only with legacy and destiny but also culture and language. This reimagined production will center American Sign Language and incorporate present day technology bringing new artistic facets to a classic piece of Greek literature.
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Oedipus will be performed in American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
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Thursdays–Saturdays
September 1 – October 1, 2022
8:00 p.m. PT
Getty Villa, Outdoor Theater
Previews: $25
Thursdays: $40 general, $36 senior/student
Fridays: $42 general
Saturdays: $48 general
Oedipus deals with adult subject matter that is not recommended for persons under the age of 12.
Running time is approximately 90 minutes, no intermission.
Parking is $10 after 6:00 p.m.
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THE CAST
CREATIVE TEAM
Jenny Koons
Director
Jonaz McMillan
ASL Choreographer Assistant
Yee Eun Nam
Projection Design
DJ Kurs
DWT Artistic Director
Alexandria Wailes
Co-ASL Choreographer
Tanya Orellana
Scenic Design
Jojo Siu
Costume Design
Andrew Morrill
Co-ASL Choreographer
Jared A. Sayeg
Lighting Design
Peter Bayne
Music & Sound
THE GETTY

Getty is a cultural and philanthropic institution dedicated to the presentation, conservation, and interpretation of the world’s artistic legacy.
Each fall, the Getty features a classical tragedy or comedy in the Getty Villa's dramatic Outdoor Theater, a venue modeled after ancient Greek and Roman theaters.
How to Get to The Getty Villa
The Getty Villa is located at 17985 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California, one mile north of Sunset on PCH.
See Hours, Directions, Parking for directions and parking information.

Deaf West’s collaborative involvement on Oedipus is made possible through the generous support of our partners Lloyd E. Rigler - Lawrence E Deutsch Foundation, The Brookside Fund, Kenneth Mikos, The Shubert Foundation, Norris Foundation, Friars Charitable Foundation, California Community Foundation, Ford Foundation, and The Edward A. & Ai O. Shay Family Foundation, as well as our 2022 season sponsors, National Endowment of Arts, California Arts Council, Los Angeles County Arts Commission and the Department of Cultural Affairs of the City of Los Angeles.