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Wellington Campuses: Mid Term Break
Most courses break for Mid-term. You return to polytechnic on 2 May. If in doubt, ask your tutor.
Whitireia Theatre: Titus Andronicus
From the Lonely Shakespeare Collective.
When: 26 to 30 April, 8 pm
Cost: $18 Adults, $12 students
Bookings: at Seat Advisor
TITUS ANDRONICUS
by William Shakespeare
Directed by Ivana Palezevic
“Rome is but a wilderness of tigers"
Before Quentin Tarantino films and the Games of Thrones phenomenon, William Shakespeare wrote a dark play that made us question the value of revenge and violence in civilisation. The story of Titus Andronicus, a general from the Roman Empire, has now been transported to the 21st century in a world of suits, cars and social media.
Rome is politically divided with the death of its emperor and so begins a campaign for leadership of the nation.
Titus, head of security at the royal palace, returns with his sons from a long war against the Goths and brings with him the royal family as prisoners lead by their queen, Tamora. Titus makes a series of decisions that causes the Goths to rise to power in Rome. Thus begins a cycle of revenge between Tamora and Titus that will see the downfall of the prestigious Andronicus family.
Lonely Shakespeare Collective will present Shakespeare’s first tragedy in a new and interactive way, showcasing the dark comedy and family relationships over its reputable gore.
Please note: this show contains violence and suggestions of sexual violence. We recommend adult and mature teen viewers only.
See details at The Theatre Website: Whitireia Theatre