The Foreign Office and Wild Yak present
In classical Athens drama came in a four-pack: three tragedies and a satyr play. That tradition has been lost. This summer, in the magic of the solstice weekend, we will attempt to revive an ancient ritual at the Gulbenkian.
Following the success of The Suppliant Women (2021) and The Sons of Aegyptos (2023) we are delighted to present the next stage in the reimagining of Aeschylus’ long-lost DANAïDS featuring a magnetic chorus of young women from London South Bank University.
Written by David Greig with newly-composed music by John Browne and inspired by Aeschylus’ lost play, The Daughters of Danaos (2025) explores resistance, justice, and the power of the individual. As the daughters of Danaos confront the devastating consequences of their escape, the fate of a generation hangs in the balance.
Please note that this is the first opportunity to see the trilogy as one. This is a new, scratch performance, hot off the press and still in development, so performers will be reading from scripts.
Part of the ‘Big Greekender’
This scratch performance of The Daughters of Danaos, is part of a wider weekend of celebrations. A solstice weekend where you can experience the full myth as it was meant to be — alive, shared and unforgettable, with workshops, talks, screenings, performances, and plenty of food and wine.
Ticket Options
- Purchase tickets for the individual events in the festival.
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Or buy the Big Greekender Day Ticket to enjoy a full Saturday of events, performance and food.