Odyssey - A Family Opera
Heroes, monsters, and mortals collide on an epic journey home!
at Kreeger Theater at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater,
1101 6th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Friday, December 18 at 5pm
Saturday, December 19 at 2pm
Saturday, December 19 at 5pm
Sunday, December 20 at 2pm
Sunday, December 20 at 5pm
From Homer’s classic tale to the big screen, The Odyssey has captivated audiences for centuries. Now, experience this epic adventure as only opera can tell it—in a thrilling 50-minute production perfect for the whole family!
Ben Moore and Kelley Rourke’s Odyssey brings Greek myth to life in a vibrant, family-friendly 70-minute adventure. This imaginative world is inspired by Rick Riordan’s beloved fantasy series that introduces young readers to Greek gods and characters through the eyes of the demigod Percy Jackson. Blending fantastical adventure with contemporary energy and large-scale puppetry, this production reimagines the timeless journey of Odysseus for a new generation.
Featuring WNO’s Youth Chorus alongside the Cafritz Young Artists and presented with orchestra in an intimate theater setting, Odyssey offers an exciting and accessible introduction to opera for families and first-time audiences alike.
Show Details
Composer | Ben Moore
Librettist | Kelley Rourke
Sung in English with projected English Titles
Runtime is 50 minutes; there will not be an intermission.
Know Before You Go
A post-show meet and greet with the cast will take place immediately following each Noon performance; a ticket is required for entry.
Cast
Bard 1 / Cyclops / Aeolus | Chandler Benn^
Bard 2 / Siren | Lauren Carroll^
Penelope | Veronica Siebert^
Odysseus | Gnepper Reed^
Athena I Anna Maria Vacca ^
Poseidon | Atticus Rego^
First Mate | Hakeem Henderson^
Circe | Viviana Goodwin^
This production of Odyssey was originally produced by The Glimmerglass Festival.
Creative Team
Conductor | Donald Lee, III*
Original Production | Francesca Zambello
Revival Director & Choreographer | Dylan Cole
Set Designer | Ryan McGettigan
Costume Designer | Erik Teague
Original Lighting Designer | Peter W. Mitchell
Lighting Designer | A.J. Guban
Sound Designer | Mark Rivet
Original Choreographer | Eric Sean Fogel
Projected titles design by Nick Richardson, originally for The Glimmerglass Festival
How to Buy Tickets
Tickets range from $39 to $69 (plus processing fees).
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Meet the Cast & Creatives
Chandler Benn is Bard 1, Cyclops, Aeolus
Lauren Carroll^ is Bard 2, Siren
Veronica Siebert^ is Penelope
Gnepper Reed is Odysseus
Anna Maria Vacca is Athena
Atticus Rego^ is Poseidon
Hakeem Henderson^ is First Mate
Viviana Goodwin^ is Circe
Donald Lee, III, Conductor
Francesca Zambello, Director
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