Zinnie Harris' reimagining of the Oresteia opens with Agamemnon sacrificing his daughter to the gods; an act which sets in motion a bloody cycle of revenge, counter-revenge and family destruction. When he in turn is killed at the hands of his wife Clytemnestra, their daughter Electra takes up the mantle of avenging her father, continuing the bloodshed until she too must flee the furies that hold her captive until peace is ultimately found in the rule of law.
Zinnie Harris reimagines this ancient drama, using a contemporary sensibility to rework the stories, placing the women in the centre, reminding us that history will always have untold stories of those who lurk in the shadows.
Reviews:
"Mikaela Corrigan’s direction of this incredibly talented cast and production team is absolutely stupendous. The meticulous attention to the lighting, costumes, hair and makeup and soundtrack was professional in every aspect. The innovative use of many levels and spaces utilised the small theatre in such a way that gave the clever illusion of being worlds larger. This Restless House was without doubt one of the most impactful and magnificent plays I have seen…ever! Boldly unique, utterly harrowing at times and ever-fast, brilliant." - Whats The Show, ★★★★★
"This harrowing scene, like other intense moments, was amplified by the disturbing, eerie soundtrack and exemplary lighting techniques. The soundtrack utilised subliminal messages and wormed its way supernaturally through my veins; at times resting, then pumping to the brink of nausea. The lighting provided a perfect companion to the sound and action with stellar use of colours mirroring themes. The strobe lighting intensified the stage horror and overloaded my senses." - Whats The Show, ★★★★★
