The Xenos (our audience members) are welcomed by Circe, (Xenia, or the custom of offering protection and hospitality to strangers was a vital custom in ancient Greece, commanded by Zues himself) who offers them libations, comfort, stories and a face mask with a pig nose (lighthearted nod to Circe’s reputation for turning men into pigs.) She then encourages the Xenos to visit Hecate, who draws a card of fate, directing them to their first chamber. Once they draw a card, Hermes guides them to the fated chamber.

Once an hour, the entire ensemble meets in Circe’s Parlor (calling the Xenos into the room as well) to participate in a ritual that honors Hecate. Circe leads the ritual while Medusa and Medea (both devotees of Hecate) are the primary participants. The Xenos are encouraged to participate as well, by the ensemble.

Medusa, a young erotic dancer (master of Eros) dances and tells her tale of how stripping (turning men to stone) has empowered her journey toward healing sexual trauma.

Conceived and Written by Olivia Rose Nathan
Directed by Jarred Webb
Intimacy Director: Courtney Abbott

In this chamber, Medea and Jason will dance through the entire journey of their relationship. Mostly non-verbal, the Xenos will follow this power couple through all the ups and downs, from triumphant conquest of the TAUROI KHALKEOI, the fire breathing bulls, the attainment of the golden fleece, the great escape and the murder of Medea’s brother. We will also dramatize their arrival on Circe’s Island, where they take advantage of Circe’s xenia and ask for purification of their crimes under false pretenses.

In this chamber, Iaso reigns with her muse, Terpsikhore, and provides a healing bath of sound. Singing bowls, drums, flutes, voices. Asclepius provides a base for Xenos to fly and get some hands-on healing. Other members of the ensemble pop in to base, sing, or actively listen to the Xenos who want to process by talking.