The Odyssey

The Odyssey by Tom Smith

(15)
Productions (106)
Comedy for young audiences
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45 - 50 minutes
11 W, 10 M,  (4-21 actors possible: 0-11 W, 2-10 M)
Set: Simple unit set representing several locations

This fast-paced and funny adaptation brings Homer's original story to life for young audiences. Odysseus and his crewman Pete must overcome many perils on their long voyage home from Troy, including an awkward teenage Cyclops named Polly, some Sirens crooning elevator music, and various other gods and monsters. Along the way, they both learn some hard lessons in trust, humility, and the power of brains over brawn.

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Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $55
Standard Edition $11.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $75

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Play Details

This fast-paced and funny adaptation brings Homer's original story to life for young audiences. Odysseus and his crewman Pete must overcome many perils on their long voyage home from Troy, including an awkward teenage Cyclops named Polly, some Sirens crooning elevator music, and various other gods and monsters. Along the way, they both learn some hard lessons in trust, humility, and the power of brains over brawn.

  • Comedy for young audiences
  • |
  • 45 - 50 minutes
  • 11 W, 10 M,  (4-21 actors possible: 0-11 W, 2-10 M)
  • Set: Simple unit set representing several locations
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-353-3

Production History

JUL 19, 2024 - JUL 19, 2024
First Presbyterian Day School
Macon, GA United States
First Presbyterian Day SchoolMacon, GA United States
MAY 10, 2023 - MAY 10, 2023
Carlton J. Kell High School
Marietta, GA United States
Carlton J. Kell High SchoolMarietta, GA United States
MAR 10, 2023 - MAR 10, 2023
AMBLESIDE OF THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY
Newberg, OR United States
AMBLESIDE OF THE WILLAMETTE VALLEYNewberg, OR United States
MAR 01, 2023 - MAR 31, 2023
Sierra Repertory Theatre
Sonora, CA United States
Sierra Repertory TheatreSonora, CA United States
FEB 23, 2023 - FEB 25, 2023
Oldham County Schools Arts Center
Crestwood, KY United States
Oldham County Schools Arts CenterCrestwood, KY United States
MAY 13, 2022 - MAY 13, 2022
Spiritus Sanctus Academy
Ann Arbor, MI United States
Spiritus Sanctus AcademyAnn Arbor, MI United States
APR 08, 2022 - APR 09, 2022
Coventry Chrisitan Schools
Pottstown, PA United States
Coventry Chrisitan SchoolsPottstown, PA United States
JUL 23, 2021 - JUL 23, 2021
Evergreen Players
Evergreen, CO United States
Evergreen PlayersEvergreen, CO United States
NOV 05, 2020 - NOV 05, 2020
Tenacre Country Day School
Wellesley, MA United States
Tenacre Country Day SchoolWellesley, MA United States
MAY 07, 2020 - MAY 08, 2020
Trinity Classical School
Houston, TX United States
Trinity Classical SchoolHouston, TX United States
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No upcoming productions.
APR 06, 2005 - MAY 07, 2005
AD Players Theater
Houston, TX United States
AD Players TheaterHouston, TX United States
JAN 01, 2001 - DEC 31, 2002
New Mexico State University and American Southwest Theatre Company
Las Cruces, NM United States
New Mexico State University and American Southwest Theatre CompanyLas Cruces, NM United States
JAN 01, 2000 - DEC 31, 2000
Creede Repertory Theatre
Creede, CO United States
Creede Repertory TheatreCreede, CO United States

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