What is your role on The Penelopiad?Â
I play Odysseus and a maid. In this story, instead of the returning hero, Odysseus is more complicated; absent husband to Penelope and murderer of her beloved maids.
Why should audiences come to see The Penelopiad?
How many times do you get to see an all female cast onstage? With a female director? This play is full of haunting vignettes, a variety of genres and leaves you questioning whose stories are we missing out on.
What would you say would be a highlight of working on The Penelopiad so far?
Finally stepping on stage with the rest of the cast. In person!
In the play, Penelope reflects upon her life and her choices. Looking back, if you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?
Take a breath. You don’t have to be perfect. Stop worrying about what other people think and focus on who you want to be.
Who is your favourite figure in Greek mythology, and why?
I’ve loved Greek mythology since I was a kid. I’ve always been drawn to the goddess Athena, but those Olympians are so petty. After reading Circe, by Madeline Miller, I’d have to go with her. I love that she was not a victim and learned to develop her power through hard work.
