Ava Pickett’s ‘Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy’ to premiere at Stratford East

The world premiere of Ava Pickett’s play, ‘Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy’, is scheduled to open at Theatre Royal Stratford East on September 29. The production runs from September 3 through October 10.

Directed by Lisa Spirling, the play reconceives the ancient epic, focusing on Helen’s return home following a war fought in her name. The cast features Michelle Dockery as Helen, Laura Aikman as Cee, and Maimuna Memon as Dani. The story explores themes of friendship, motherhood, and the consequences of personal choices in a post-war setting.