Written by KTC’s JP Schuffman, Alas, Ajax is a “Southern Gothic Greek Tragedy” following Ajax by Sophocles.

“An unbearable offense on the job drives a working class man and his wife into a desperate conflict between dignity, family, and justice.”

Over the course of 2024 JP was fortunate enough to be a part of Knoxville’s Next Rung Productions script development program, and the result of that excellent expereince was Alas, Ajax. We can’t speak highly enough of Next Rung’s insightful and invigorating approach to play development, and we encourage anyone interested in playwrighting - at any level of experience - to learn more about their mentoriship opportunities by clicking their link below.

You’ll find a recording of Next Rung Productions table reading the talk-back session below.

If you have questions, or are interested in staging this work please contact us!

Audience discression is advised due to adult language and violent subject matter.