This vibrant reimagining of Sophocles’ classic tragedy blends the ancient tale of Oedipus with the music of Elvis Presley

The Getty Villa Museum will host its 19th annual Outdoor Classical Theater production, “Oedipus the King, Mama!,” from Sept. 4 to Sept. 27 co-produced with Los Angeles’ Troubadour Theater Company. Performances will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., with previews Aug. 28-30, at the Getty Villa’s outdoor theater in Pacific Palisades.

This vibrant reimagining of Sophocles’ classic tragedy blends the ancient tale of Oedipus with the music of Elvis Presley, featuring plot twists, live music, and comedic flair. Directed and adapted by Matt Walker, artistic director of the Troubadour Theater Company, the production marks the company’s 30th anniversary and 16 years o

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