Past Event
Friday, March 14, 2014, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Hymn to Demeter
1000 Scholars Drive, San Diego, 92093
Cost: Free
Written in the Homeric style, this Hymn tells the story of daughter Persephone's abduction and rape by Aidoneus, the Lord of the Underworld and Mother Demeter's search for her daughter and their eventual reunion, limited by Persephone's new attachment to Aidoneus.
Dual-language Greek-English scripts will be provided, and audience participation is expected.
Due to sensitive subject matter of this hymn, an opportunity for discussion will be provided before and after the show to help set the parameters within which this poetic experience can be enjoyed.