| This May, ENO presents the world premiere of Thebans, a dramatic new opera from award-winning British composer Julian Anderson with the text written by distinguished playwright Frank McGuinness. We’d like to share an exclusive offer for you to see this powerful re-telling of Sophocles’ timeless Theban tragedies. |
THEBANS TWO-FOR-ONE OFFER* 3 May – 3 June 2014 | Tickets £5 – £60*
| A playwright of international repute, McGuinness is acclaimed for his vivid translations of Ibsen, Strindberg and Sophocles. His Oedipus, based on the Theban tragedy, was staged by the National Theatre in 2008. |
| Watch director Pierre Audi, composer Julian Anderson and librettist Frank McGuinness introduce Thebans. |
Thebans in rehearsal: bringing a new work to the stage |
| This is the first opera from British composer Julian Anderson, who is recognised for his fresh melodic gifts, vivid orchestration and rhythmic drive. Pierre Audi (De Nederlandse Opera) directs, while ENO Music Director Edward Gardner conducts an outstanding cast. |
| Get two tickets for the price of one with this special offer*:
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*Terms & Conditions
- Two tickets for the price of one offer is only applicable to performances of Thebans
- Once the promocode is applied, each ticket will show as half the face value
- This offer excludes Secret Seats
- The offer is strictly limited, at the management’s discretion and not available retrospectively
- £1.75 online booking fee applies
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