The Gods Are Not To Blame

Summary

The Gods Are Not To Blame
by Ola Rotimi

Set against the backdrop of a Yoruba kingdom, Ola Rotimi’s The Gods Are Not to Blame presents a gripping tale of King Odewale’s tragic journey of self-discovery. As plague and famine threaten his people, the king’s determined search for truth leads to his downfall. While drawing inspiration from Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, this epic tragedy stands as a powerful work of drama that explores the inescapable nature of destiny.

This production features a unique partnership with SDA Professor Bayo Akinfemi‘s professional theatre company, African Theatre Artistes Society (ATARS), bringing professional actors to work alongside students.

(Please note that tickets for performances on April 16 & April 17 are through USC Visions & Voices' website: https://visionsandvoices.usc.edu/events/49959393801705)