Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London
Ancient Greek myths are retold with stripped-back simplicity and no little bloodshed in a hugely enjoyable show
“Welcome in,” calls Irfan Shamji as latecomers shuffle into the tight space. “We’re about to start a banger.” Playfully retelling some of Ovid’s ancient myths, this gloriously fun performance delves into the depths of the Greek gods’ cruelties and the unfortunate humans who happened to get in their way.
Written by the Globe’s writers-in-residence, Sami Ibrahim, Laura Lomas and Sabrina Mahfouz, Metamorphoses is a gallivanting piece of storytelling. The cast of four take it in turns to tell tales of anger and incest, spiders and entwined trees, pairing up to brilliant comedic effect. Dressed in white, with a collection of props pinned to the wall behind – a set that could be put to greater use – they pick out some of the most shocking and best loved myths.
At the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London, until 30 October.