Set sail on an epic journey across dangerous seas, mysterious islands, and forces beyond imagination. The Odyssey follows one hero’s long voyage home as hope, temptation, conflict, and perseverance shape every step of his adventure. The melody of U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” serves as an emotional thread throughout the production, reflecting his determination to return to his family and reclaim the life he left behind.

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The Journey Home – Filled with hope and optimism, Odysseus sets sail for Ithaca. What should be a simple voyage soon becomes a sweeping adventure across unpredictable seas.

The Sirens – Haunting voices and hypnotic textures draw the hero away from his path. He must resist their irresistible call and remember what is waiting for him at home.

The Wrath of Poseidon – The sea erupts with violent storms, relentless waves, and overwhelming power. Driving rhythms and turbulent motion create the greatest test of the journey.

A Hero’s Return – Having survived every trial, Odysseus finally reaches Ithaca. Familiar musical ideas return in a triumphant conclusion as he reunites with his family and discovers that what he has been searching for was home all along.

With cinematic scoring, immersive sound design, and abundant opportunities for nautical imagery, character development, and dramatic staging, The Odyssey transforms the field into an unforgettable adventure of courage, resilience, and homecoming.

Repertoire includes: I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For by U2, themes from Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,” by Antonín Dvořák and original music by Matt Hightower, Josh Powell and Kevin Suiter.

The Odyssey is part of the Complete Concept Series, which includes a detailed production document and optional sound design.

An additional copyright fee of approximately $188 is required for this show.