What is your name?
Katie Corrigan
What is your role on The Penelopiad?
I play Maid 1, whose name is Tanis. She doesn’t say much, but what she does say often has a humorous tone. As part of the Ensemble, I also play a sailor, a duck, a monster, a cow, and a ship. I have had a lot of fun playing a variety of different roles.
Why should audiences come to see The Penelopiad?
It’s a classic tale, but with an emphasis on those who don’t typically have a voice. I think it’s a very important and eye-opening story, and portrayed (in my humble opinion) in a creative and engaging way.
What would you say would be a highlight of working on The Penelopiad so far?
Of course getting to work with a fantastic cast and crew! I’ve especially enjoyed working on the songs and watching them develop and take form, especially because there are no predetermined notes in the script!
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 risks! Yes, it is “a dangerous thing, going out your front door,” but some of the best experiences I’ve had have been because I learned to survive my initial discomfort.
Who is your favourite figure in Greek mythology, and why?
I like Artemis. She can get outshone by her brother Apollo but she’s very fierce and powerful in her own way. She is a chaste huntress who dances in the woods and is the protector of girls and women.