Goodman Artistic Director Susan V. Booth makes her directorial debut with the opening of "The Penelopiad," from author Margaret Atwood (The Handmaid's Tale).
The musical is a contemporary reimaging of the Greek myth, told through the eyes of Penelope, the wife of Odysseus.
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Actress and Arlington Heights native Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time, House) stars in the titular role.
Morrison leads an all-women, all-Chicago cast in this ancient tale told anew, with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter.
"The Penelopiad" runs March 2 through 31 in the 856-seat Albert Theatre. Tickets ($25 - 90; subject to change) are available at GoodmanTheatre.org/Penelopiad or by phone at 312-443-3800.