INTERNATIONAL CASTING NOW

All women and non-binary cast.

 

With a soul that carries the strength of two worlds, Lysistrata unites the women of Greece in a powerful act of defiance...

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LYSISTRATA - A Re-imagining

Modern Verse Adaptation by Henry-Cameron Allen 

from Aristophanes' Comedy

First performed in 411 BCE

Banned in the USA in 1873-1955

Banned in Greece in 1943 by the occupying Nazi Regime
 

VIRTUAL ONLINE READING (NOT ZOOM)

CASTING INTERNATIONALLY NOW!

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In English. Non-Union

Some roles may be double-cast.

Experimental theatre.

Ticketed event. 100% of proceeds will go to the artists.

Two rehearsals. Serious inquiries only.

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Dramatis Personae:

LYSISTRATA - An Athenian woman of intelligence and determination, formerly a male soldier, 40's-50's

KALONIKE - Her neighbor, devoted to pleasure and traditional ways, 50's+

MYRRHINE - A young Athenian mother, skilled in the arts of seduction, 20's

LAMPITO - A strong Spartan woman with natural leadership qualities 40's+

FIRST WOMAN, 20's-30's

SECOND WOMAN, 20's-30's

THIRD WOMAN, 20's-30's

MAGISTRATE - A pompous Athenian official, 40's+

KINESIAS - Myrrhine's frustrated husband, 30's

OLDER WOMAN 1 - 60's+

OLDER WOMAN 2 - 60's +

OLD MAN 1 - 60's +

OLD MAN 2 - 60's +

OLD MAN 3 - 60's +

SPARTAN HERALD - Appearing with obvious physical discomfort - 20's+

ATHENIAN DELEGATE - Seeking peace, 50's +

SPARTAN DELEGATE - Also seeking peace, 50's +

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Contact with interest, including resume/CV, current photo.

info@FolkloreTheatre.Company