Phèdre
September 5, 2002 – October 6, 2002
by Jean Racine
Translated and Adapted by Paul Schmidt
Further Adaptation by JoAnne Akalaitis
Directed by JoAnne Akalaitis
Director JoAnne Akalaitis' provocative and passionate production of the Phèdre myth. In Racine's 17th century version of this ancient Greek tale, Queen Phèdre lusts after her handsome step-son Hippolytus and, once spurned, pursues a vengeful path that ends in tragedy. Ms. Akalaitis' productions at Court Theatre consistently receive critical and audience praise for their innovation and ingenuity.
