ENO presents the world-premiere of Thebans from the prize-winning composer Julian Anderson and his librettist, the distinguished playwright Frank McGuinness. This compelling re-telling of Sophocles’ timeless Theban tragedies focuses on the fate of Oedipus and his daughter Antigone. 

Hosted by BBC journalist Tom Service, this panel discussion features Julian Anderson, Frank McGuinness, director Pierre Audi and ENO Music Director Edward Gardner talking about bringing this new work to the stage.

Thebans opens on 3 May 2014 and runs for 7 performances. 
All tickets £5-£60.
http://www.eno.org/thebans

Thebans Panel Discussion

Director Deborah Warner on the responsibility of basing an opera on the events of 9/11 .
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Thebans Panel Discussion

English National Opera

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