An Iliad: Press B-Roll

AN ILIAD at KC Rep.
Playing at Spencer Theatre, Jan. 23-Feb. 15, 2015.
Written by Lisa Peterson & Denis O'Hare
Directed by Jerry Genochio
Cast:
Kyle Hatley (The Poet)
Raymond Castrey (The Musician)
This retelling of Homer’s epic poem illuminates an ancient classic by taking a harrowing look at the human cost of war. Featuring KC Rep Resident Director Kyle Hatley in a starring role and directed by Producing Director Jerry Genochio, Obie-Award winners Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare (HBO’s True Blood) have created a spellbinding work of theatre spanning three millennia.
"Pure theater: shocking, glorious, primal, and deeply satisfying.” - Timeout NY
“Although the narrator throws out snatches of verse at moments of heightened drama, and occasionally even bellows a few lines in the original Greek, most of the story is rendered in casual contemporary language that puts both mortals and gods on our own level.” - The New York Times
Appropriate for ages 13 & up. Contains language depicting scenes of graphic violence.