Rush Rehm

Rush Rehm is a Professor of Theater & Performing Studies and Classics at Stanford University. He also serves as the Artistic Director of Stanford Repertory Theater, a professional theater that hosts an annual dramatic festival and symposium centered on a major playwright. His work bridges ancient and modern theater, focusing on Greek tragedy and its intersections with contemporary politics.

Rehm's research interests span Greek literature, theater studies, and performance analysis. He examines themes such as ritual practices in antiquity, spatial dynamics in tragic performances, and the adaptation of classical texts into modern contexts. His publications include seminal works like Euripides: Electra (2022) and Radical Theatre (2013), which explore the evolution of Greek tragedy across eras.

As Artistic Director of Stanford Repertory Theater, Rehm oversees productions that blend academic rigor with artistic innovation, fostering dialogue between classical traditions and contemporary societal issues. His contributions to theater scholarship and practice have cemented his reputation as a leading figure in the field.