What is your role on The Penelopiad?
As costume designer, I’m working on over 30 costumes! Most are composed of modified items but some we’ll be sewing from scratch!
Why should audiences come to see The Penelopiad?
Once they know what they’re in for (it’s a tough play, with a sexual violence), they should definitely come to see powerful women reclaiming their voices in a story that usually silences and erases them.
What would you say would be a highlight of working on The Penelopiad so far?
The people! The cast and production team are lively, supportive and lots of fun to be around. They’re even better than the Costume Bank, which is essentially a giant walk-in closet, and I love the Costume Bank, so that’s saying a lot.
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?
Misbehave more.
Who is your favourite figure in Greek mythology, and why?
Orpheus and Eurydice. One of my favourite films of all time is Portrait of a Lady on Fire, which really sold me on their story and ill-fated adieu.