William Paterson University Presents “The Oedipus Cycle”

“The Oedipus Cycle,” an epic story of destiny, love, betrayal and self-discovery, will be staged in the Shea Center for Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. on October 19 at William Paterson University in Wayne.

The play, by the Greek playwright Sophocles, begins in the plague-stricken city of Thebes, where Oedipus, the king, has been told by the oracle at Delphi that the only way he can save his people is by finding and expelling the man who murdered Laius, the former king of Thebes. Oedipus’s wife, Jocasta, who is also Laius’s widow, tells her husband not to trust premonitions. However, through a series of events, Oedipus comes to realize that he not only murdered his father but also married his mother. He then stabs out his eyes and is exiled from Thebes.

The drama will be staged by the National Players, America’s longest running classical touring company, which is committed to the formation of young theatrical talent and audiences.

Tickets are $22 standard, $20 for senior citizens, William Paterson faculty, staff, and alumni and $8 for students. For directions or to purchase tickets, please call the Shea Center Box Office at 973-720-2371.
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For Further Information, contact:
Mary Beth Zeman, Director, Public Relations 973-720-2966