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Went to the scoop theatre last night to see a production of Medea. My knowledge of Greek tragedies being embarrasingly limited, I had only the vaguest of ideas as to the plot, but,. as it happens,  this didn't affect my enjoyment of the play in the slightest. If anything, it enhanced it, as I could fully appreciate the "will she? won't she?" suspense. The cast was fantastic, particualy Siobhan O'Kelly playing the titular role with energy and quivering rage to spare. Interestingly, the chorus had been translated into a crowd of tabloid hacks (the whole produciton was in modern dress). During the post-play discussion, the point was raised about the somewhat unrealistic levels of sympathy and hand wringing by the reporters over Medea's actions- without them stepping in to stop her. Also, thier sympathy seemed to lie with her over jason- since when were the modern tabloids kind to embittered women over their slick husbands and younger mistresses? Still, it's well worth going to see. They'e performing (for free!) near London bridge over the next two evenings- google will give you more details, I'm sure. Highly reccomended.