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The Odyssey – The Island of the Sun

An epic tale of stormy seas, mythical monsters and vengeful gods. Our hero’s quest for home is full of hope, gritty determination and Mackem soul.

On a midsummer night, in our city by the sea, hear our story of a ragged band of sailors and their captain Odysseus as they travel on their long, perilous journey home.

The Island of the Sun is a contemporary take on a key chapter of Homer’s The Odyssey.

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The Odyssey – The Island of The Sun

Lindsay Rodden

National Theatre

The Fire Station, Sunderland

28–29 April 2023

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