The National Hellenic Museum’s
Trial of Odysseus
Thursday, March 12th * 7:00 p.m.
Harris Theater, 205 E. Randolph Street, Chicago
Ancient Greek history comes alive on stage as nationally renowned attorneys argue a case about the hero Odysseus—before this summer’s blockbuster film adaptation of The Odyssey
The timeless story of ancient hero Odysseus and the Trojan War has inspired countless adaptations, from retellings of the myth in bestselling books to Christopher Nolan’s celebrity-filled cinematic adaptation The Odyssey opening this summer. Themed to coincide with the upcoming film release, the National Hellenic Museum presents the next installation of its popular ancient Trial series with the Trial of Odysseus on Thursday, March 12 at the Harris Theater.
In Homer’s Odyssey, the hero Odysseus returns to Ithaca from the Trojan War to find his household overrun with suitors seeking to claim his wife, property, and throne. His violent response—culminating in the slaying of more than 100 men—raises enduring questions of power, justice and responsibility. Leading attorneys will argue Odysseus’ case before esteemed judges, jurors and the audience, who cast the final vote to determine: was Odysseus a hero or a criminal? Representing the defense of Odysseus are Patrick M. Collins (King & Spalding LLP) and Tinos Diamantatos (King & Spalding LLP). Representing the prosecution are Antonio Romanucci (Romanucci & Blandin LLC) and Katerina Alexopoulos (United States Department of Homeland Security).
The Trial of Odysseus is a signature event supporting NHM’s mission to share Greek history, art, culture and the Greek American story. For tickets and more information, visit nationalhellenicmuseum.org/trial2026.