Synetic Theater has shown what it can do with a Shakespeare play, turning it into a dynamic narrative without words, and Synetic has previously branched out to adapt other works of literature. But never has it covered as much literary territory in one production as it does in its current offering, “King Arthur,” now at Synetic’s new home in Crystal City.

Drawn from endless ancient myths and legends — and some modern versions of those old stories — “King Arthur” is adapted by Paata Tsikurishvili and Ben Cunis. With amazing concision and speed, it weaves together innumerable complex tales of honor, love, sex and betrayal associated with Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.