The Penelopiad

A group of performers seated on stage during a theater production, with a minimalistic set design featuring vertical lines and a rectangular frame. The performers wear coordinated outfits and are illuminated by stage lighting, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

It delves into the lives of the twelve maids who were executed upon Odysseus’s return, offering a darkly comic and feminist retelling of the ancient myth. The stage production blends humor, drama, and Greek mythology to explore themes of power, loyalty, and gender.

Director: Robyn Winfield Smith

Lighting Designer: Joanne Marshall

Photography: Kirkpatrick Photography

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