What is your name?
Afrah Collier-Potts
What is your role on The Penelopiad?
Lighting Operator, I have the opportunity to help bring the creative vision to life, set moods and tones, all while making sure the audience can see the brilliant cast.
Why should audiences come to see The Penelopiad?
There is nothing more brilliantly theatrical then a team of incredible women playing multiple characters and telling an incredible story while doing so
What would you say would be a highlight of working on The Penelopiad so far?
Since I play a role later in the process, I haven’t been involved much to date. But during the casting process, there was a dynamic and diverse group of inspired people wanting to bring a story to life, and that creative energy is so exciting to be a part of.
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?
Stressing about things you cannot change is not useful. Find the joy in life.
Who is your favourite figure in Greek mythology, and why?
Aphrodite, primarily because my name sounds similar and it was a nickname growing up. Aphrodite is the goddess of love and beauty and there is nothing more beautiful in this world than love.