Theater of War: Hector, Andromache, and the Death of Astyanax
Campus Arts Event
Theater of War: Hector, Andromache, and the Death of Astyanax
Readings of selections from Homer’s Iliad and scenes from The Trojan Women by Euripides. This event is open to Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, and Columbia General Studies undergraduate students; invited faculty, and guests.
FREE
Miller Theatre
February 26, 2024 | 7:00 pm
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Event Details

Theater of War: Hector, Andromache, and the Death of Astyanax will present live, dramatic readings of selections from Book VI of Homer’s Iliad and scenes from The Trojan Women by Euripides — featuring acclaimed actors and a Chorus of students whose lives have been impacted by war — to help frame powerful, healing dialogue about the human cost of war, centered on the suffering of children and civilians.

Featured Performers

Jeffrey Wright
Lois Smith
Elizabeth Marvel
Glenn Daivs

Location

Miller Theatre
2960 Broadway
New York, NY 10027

About The Performance

This event is open to Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, and Columbia General Studies undergraduate students; invited faculty, and guests.
 
Theater of War: Hector, Andromache, and the Death of Astyanax will present live, dramatic readings of selections from Book VI of Homer’s Iliad and scenes from The Trojan Women by Euripides — featuring acclaimed actors and a Chorus of students whose lives have been impacted by war — to help frame powerful, healing dialogue about the human cost of war, centered on the suffering of children and civilians.
 
The cast will include Oscar nominee Jeffrey Wright, Lois Smith, Elizabeth Marvel, and Glenn Davis. The readings will be followed by guided discussion, underscoring how the works resonate with contemporary audiences, and inviting audience members to share their perspectives and experiences, helping to break down stigmas and foster empathy, compassion, and a deeper understanding of complex issues.
 
For more information, please visit the event website.

Images: Jeffrey Wright / photo by Gage Skidmore; Lois Smith / photo by Vera de Kok; Elizabeth Marvel / photo by Stef Ortega; Glenn Davis / photo by Eric Roy