Aulis: an Act of Nihilism in One Long Act

anomienaulis is Christopher Chen’s bold post-modern take on Euripides’ Iphigenia in Aulis. In this harrowing portrait of heart-wrenching choices, Agamemnon and his armies are set to sail for Troy, but are unable to depart due to a strange lack of wind. This is no mere meteorological abnormality, but rather the will of the gods. In order for the winds to blow again, Agamemnon must sacrifice his only daughter Iphigenia, or condemn his entire army, and nation, to defeat.

Part of the Risk is This… The Cutting Ball New Experimental Plays Festival.