# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: A modern-day retelling of Homer’s classic. Poetry, humor, and the ancient tale of the Trojan War collide in this thrilling experience.About this EventJanus Theatre Company returns with Homer's An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O'Hare and directed by Artistic Director Sean Hargadon.This production runs at the New Elgin Art Showcase, located at 220 Dupage Street in downtown Elgin, September 3-20, 2026.An Iliad is a modern-day retelling of Homer’s classic. Poetry, humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. The setting is simple: an empty theater. The time is now: the present moment. The lone figures onstage are storytellers – possibly Homer, possibly one of the many poets who followed in these footsteps - and they are fated to tell this story throughout history.An Iliad is produced and directed by Sean Hargadon, stage-managed by Elizabeth Dawson, costumes by Tiffany Jasinski and percussion by RJ Ward.The CompanyPoet...…..…Susan P. AndersonPoet...........Jennifer Reeves WilsonPoet...……...Elizabeth LeyPoet………….Tiffany JasinskiPoet...........Lauren SullivanPoet...........Aneesah JemeiAlso featuring understudies Lyn Myers, Rachel Elizabeth Maley, and Jessica Trznadel.Running Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm, September 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20. No performances on Sept 5 and 6. Performances take place at the New Elgin Art Showcase, 220 Dupage Street, downtown Elgin, IL. Tickets are $28.ABOUT JANUS THEATRE COMPANYJanus Theatre Company has produced more than 115 productions since 1999 and is an award-winning 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization of trained theatre professionals, who strive to present work that is classic and contemporary, bringing the actor and audience closer together. Our work is fun, challenging and raises questions. Janus is about developing people. Since we started, we’ve always been interested in helping our artists grow while sharing the gift of performance with our audiences. We explore, create, question, and pursue new forms of theater and found spaces for all audiences. Learn more: https://janusplays.com/.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/5e120ac0-a5f4-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w721-h740-dc486848-gmir.png
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/an-iliad-presented-by-janus-theatre-company/100001994691188039
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, literary-art
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: all_ages
  - Duration: 20 hours
  - Location: 220 Dupage St
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28, max: 28, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Elgin
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 220 Dupage St
- **lat**: 42.0365835
- **long**: -88.28148279999999
- **full address**: 220 Dupage St, 220 Dupage Street, Elgin, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company being held?
  - **A:** An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company takes place on Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 220 Dupage St, 220 Dupage Street, Elgin, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company?
  - **A:** An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company is organized by Janus Theatre Company.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Elgin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If An Iliad- presented by Janus Theatre Company sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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