New World Repertory Theater : Phedra January 22, 2010

New World Repertory Theatre presents 'Phedra' by Jean Racine. Based on ancient myths, the tragedy examines how love and unabated passions can destroy us all. Phedra is cursed by the gods to love her step-son, Hippolytus, who hides a secret love affair of his own. Emotional, turbulent and sexy, 'Phedra' is a mythical soap opera for the contemporary audience.