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flag A feminist *Antigone* adaptation in NYC centers on a teen defying a ban on abortion, sparking debate over its bold message and execution.

flag Anna Ziegler’s new adaptation of *Antigone*, now at New York’s Public Theater, reimagines the classic tragedy with a modern feminist lens, centering on a teenage protagonist who defies a tyrannical regime not to bury her brother, but to obtain an abortion in a society where reproductive rights are banned. flag Directed by Tyne Rafaeli and starring Susannah Perkins as Antigone and Celia Keenan-Bolger as a contemporary narrator, the play frames ancient themes of bodily autonomy and state control through a post-Roe reality. flag While praised for its bold political message and strong performances, the production has drawn mixed reviews for uneven dialogue, tonal inconsistencies, and heavy-handed exposition, with some critics noting historical inaccuracies and a lack of dramatic nuance. flag The play, running through April 5, uses minimalist staging and stark lighting to underscore its urgent themes, sparking debate over its effectiveness as both theater and social commentary.

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