Thursday, December 8, 2011

Ancient Greek Theater Series: Scena Theatre Performs Homer's ILIAD


The Embassy of Greece is proud to present the first installment in its Ancient Greek Theater Series: a staged reading of Homer's The Iliad by Scena, Washington D.C.'s International Theatre on Wednesday, December 14 at 7pm at the Embassy of Greece.

The event will include a passionate staged reading of Book One of The Iliad ("The Wrath of Achilles") followed by a wine and cheese reception. The performance, directed by Robert McNamara, will feature favorite Scena actors and actresses: Kerry Waters, Eric Lucas, Lee Ordeman, Ellie Nicoll, Sissel Bakken, Lilia Slavova, Jenny Donovan, Irina Koval, Danielle Davy, and others.

Tickets for the event are $20 and can be purchased at http://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.venue&venueID=86. Tickets must be purchased online in advance, as there will be no ticket sales at the door. The event will take place at the Embassy of Greece, 2217 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington D.C.