(Hollywood, CA) This June, don’t miss Tales of the Ancient East – an immersive stage production by esteemed music artist and dark storyteller Antony Zioni! Transporting audiences through a combination of Biblical stories and timeworn myths, Tales of the Ancient East explores grim themes, such as death and suffering, through an ancestral and ritualistic lens. Produced as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Tales of the Ancient East is a can’t-miss show for horror fanatics and theater aficionados.
We were honored to sit down with Antony to discuss his artistic history and upcoming performances at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Thank you, Antony, for chatting with us!
About Antony Zioni
Since 2023, Antony Zioni has been an instrumental presence in the Los Angeles theater scene. Performing in venues such as The Crooked Path and Out of the Dark Well, he has continually entranced audiences with his unique presentations of bygone myths and archaic fables. To craft his remarkable style, Antony fuses ancient texts with inspirations from Disney villains, traditional monster imagery, and metal music. This out-of-the-box concept design results in a truly extraordinary experience you won’t find anywhere else.
If you’d like to learn more about Antony Zioni, his past productions, or other works; follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Tales of the Ancient East
Told in a series of three “realms,” Tales of the Ancient East follows an ill-fated archeologist as he mistakenly awakens the deity of death. This supernatural being will lead audience members through the story of Creation (with visits from the infamous serpent), the Kingdom of Egypt (exploring the Biblical plagues and fall of Cleopatra), and finally the rise of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
In addition to his dark takes on these well known tales, Antony is a masterful visual and musical artist. Every single costume, prop, and scenery element on his stage carries meaningful symbolism and careful craftsmanship. Look out for hieroglyphics, recreations of genuine artifacts, and other calculated totems. Nothing is accidental. Every single piece of this production is playing into the overall story.
That same level of care and expertise also extends to the musical portions of the show. Tales of the Ancient East will include multiple original songs – all accompanied by period-appropriate instruments. But be prepared – these musical experiences do not follow traditional songwriting rules! Working together with the overall story and visual effects, these elements create a truly unparalleled piece of performance art.
“The combination of ancient stories, music, and ritual is designed to transport the audience to another world. It’s a dark, immersive experience, but we’re also having fun with the absurdity of it all,” says Antony Zioni, creator of the production. “What’s more terrifying than the ancient rituals? Maybe the fact that when the dead rise, they don’t come back with good news.”
Are you ready for your personal encounter with the deity of death? Don’t miss Tales of the Ancient East!
Getting Tickets to Tales of the Ancient East
Tales of the Ancient East will appear as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. The show will play at the Hudson Theatre Guild (6539 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90038) every Thursday night throughout the month of June. There is limited seating available, so make sure you buy your tickets in advance. You can purchase your admission now at onstage411.com
Know Before You Go
- Tales of the Ancient East includes fog effects and some creepy imagery.
- There is both a paid parking lot as well as some street parking available at the theater.
- While some of the themes and visuals may be spooky, there is no gore involved in the Tales of the Ancient East production.
- Seating is very limited inside the Hudson Theatre Guild. Make sure to buy your tickets early!
