<h2>OEDIPUS (The Hypocrites,)<p></p></h2>
<br><h4>“<strong>Courtney O’Neill’s set is a knockout.</strong> Beyond the benches and fast-food patio furniture, she uses a giant globe of collected non-biodegradable trash to mirror-ball effect on the crooner stage and even throws in a winged port-a-potty as the royal chambers. The connection between the wretchedly ill people of Thebes and our own decaying society is present, but not heavy handed.” – Chicago Critic
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“Courtney O’Neill’s garbage-strewn, freak-chic set is enclosed within blue tarps and populated with playground furniture and shower-stall totem poles.” – TimeOut Chicago
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“A beautifully garish garbage playground that comprises the set suggests the imminent decay of Oedipus’ kingdom, while costumes and props make subtle but smart reference to ancient Greek theater.” – Newcity Chicago
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“The Hypocrites' edgy mounting of Sophocles' classic is decidedly not Aristotle's Oedipus, but it inspires a tragic chill all the same. This is thanks to, not in spite of, the bristling, weird energy that pulses behind every aspect of the production. Each element of Courtney O'Neill's eclectic set plays a role in the drama, and Jared Moore's expressive lighting design doesn't so much set the mood as plunge you into it.” – Centerstage Chicago
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“The set design expresses both the horror and mock horror aspects of the production...  This strikes a balanced interrogation between the plastic and the real.” – Chicago Theater Beat</p></h4>