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Oedipus Tickets

Name: Oedipus
Brand: Headout
SKU: 28050
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.3 (22 reviews)

A thrilling adaptation of Sophocles' Oedipus starring Oscar winner Rami Malek and Olivier winner Indira Varma at the iconic Old Vic Theatre in London.

Don’t miss your chance to see the thrilling adaptation of Sophocles' Oedipus, running for a strictly limited time at the historic Old Vic Theatre in London. The play features an outstanding cast led by Oscar winner Rami Malek and Olivier winner Indira Varma. The intense pursuit of truth and the ensuing tragic reveal is a timeless masterpiece that resonates with audiences even today. Co-directed by award-winning Matthew Warchus and Hofesh Shechter, this explosive new interpretation is sure to leave you spellbound.

The story

Oedipus, the new king of Thebes, embarks on a relentless journey to find the killer of his predecessor. Promising salvation to his people, alongside his incestuous relationship with his mother, leads to a harrowing climax. Will Oedipus escape the labyrinth of fear and love, or succumb to his own tragic fate?

Great for

Fans of drama | Ancient Greek tragedy enthusiasts | Rami Malek followers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Guests from United States, Germany, Switzerland and over 9 countries have loved this experience
Amy
5/5
Mar, 2025
Oh my god, EVERYTHING about this show was special. We came all the way from Chicago and we were thrilled. The dancing and acting were on a par with the finest theater in Chicago. Thank you for a memorable evening
Simon
5/5
Mar, 2025
Oedipus was gripping right from the start, which was an abrupt loud beginning that even scared much of the audience. The choreography was outstanding and emphasized the mood of the show alongside the rhythmic dark and suspenseful droning music. Of course having very renowned actors performing was a stand-out part. Rami played the character Oedipus with intensity. An award-winning production.
Gintare
5/5
Mar, 2025
The actors, music, dancers and visual.
Glynn
5/5
Feb, 2025
Great performances, music and dancing. All involved made it special and electric
Maria
5/5
Feb, 2025
Good production, awesome show and incredible perfomance by all! ⭐️
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Show details

Genre: Play

Audience: Suitable for 14+

Theatre name: Old Vic Theatre

Theatre capacity: 1,067

Old Vic Theatre Seating Plan

Theatre facilities: Restrooms, bar, cloakroom

Theatre accessibility: Wheelchair accessibility, assistive listening

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading Roles: Rami Malek as Oedipus and Indira Varma as Jocasta

Adaptation: Ella Hickson

Co-Directors: Hofesh Shechter and Matthew Warchus

Additional tips

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

British Sign Language (BSL) performance on 4 March at 7:30pm, captioned performance on 7 March at 7:30pm, relaxed, audio described, captioned and BSL performances on 8 March at 2:30pm. Audio described performance on 10 March at 7:30pm.