Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: On the one hand, this new play by Lissa Brennan is an artful reworking of Sophocles’ “Antigone,” the classic rebellion of the individual against state power. On the other, it’s close to a melodrama of American slavery, with a sadistic plantation owner (complete with oppressed, neurotic wife), in conflict with heroic black resistance.
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I'm really happy for PICT Classic Theatre and this production for a couple of reasons after reading this article. First, because after interning there this summer and being a part of the process of finding another venue, they found success. Second, I’m so happy and proud to see new works being produced in Pittsburgh and the city continuing to develop as a hub for the arts and culture. I really wish I had been able to go see this production. I love that they have found an intimate space for productions like this. I’m impressed by their move to downtown and willingness to compete against the other major players.
The script itself also sounds fascinating. In another post, I was commenting how reimaginations are not often critically successful or may feel unnecessary, but there is a new story to tell here based on “Antigone”. Once again, very happy for PICT and upset I missed the show.
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