Coriolanus
Single tickets go on sale August 15.
Famine threatens Rome and hunger fuels the tensions between the country’s elite and the deprived masses. As civil unrest stirs political upheaval, the war hero Coriolanus is driven to defend and then destroy his own country. Shakespeare’s rare and unique tragedy will be fueled by a dynamic female and non-binary ensemble, and a muscular, movement-focused staging. This modern translation updates the Bard’s language while lifting the story’s core — and reminds us that democracy is fragile and always worth defending.
“Coriolanus is a truly great work of theatrical art, one that T.S. Eliot thought better than Hamlet … a masterpiece.” –The Wall Street Journal
Coriolanus
- By William Shakespeare
- Translation by Sean San José
- Directed by Rosa Joshi
Sat, May 4, 2024
For the 2 p.m. performance of Coriolanus
The People’s Party: BIPOC Affinity Nights are a mindful curation of an environment meant to center the experience of people who identify as part of the BIPOC community (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) — dedicated to generating a space for BIPOC individuals to engage with the performance in ways that are authentic to them.
All people who self-identify as BIPOC, and their guests, are specifically invited to attend. Though no one will be turned away, it is encouraged that folks outside of the BIPOC community join us on another night.
Approximately 2 hours, including one intermission.
Audio Described
May 5, 2 p.m.
Sign Interpreted
May 9, 7:30 p.m.
Open Captioned
May 18, 2 p.m.
NOTE: Assistive listening devices are available for all performances.
We are committed to making our performances and facilities accessible to all of our patrons.
This production is recommended for ages 12 and up. It contains mature themes and language.
Learn more by calling 503-445-3700.
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