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Mythology modernized in high school production Performing Arts Westsyde and the relationship, betrayal and The Alumni Theatre Company at downward spiral between the Westsyde High School are mod- hero Jason and Medea, a former ernizing the classic Greek trag- princess and Enchantress from the edy “Medea” for their upcoming “barbarian” kingdom of Colchis. Spring Production. Set in Corinth, long after Jason’s First produced in 431 BC, the famous quest for the Golden Euripides penned-play explored Fleece, where Medea rescued Jason from certain death, and eventually married and had children. All seemed well until Jason leaves her Glauce, a Greek princess. The plot centers on Medea’s vengeance plot on Jason; she not only slays his new bride but also sacrifices the children she shares with Jason. This adaptation is set in a modern era, on the day of Jason’s wedding. Stephen Sawka, now in his tenth year at Westsyde Secondary School, says, “I read ‘Medea’ in university, and it’s always been on my wish list. It’s a dark revenge tale—and that’s fun for the performers to play exceptional roles they can sink their teeth into.” On the cusp of showcasing his twenty-first production, the Artistic Director of Performing Arts Westsyde credits the students behind creative collective. “From that first day of rehearsals to fading to black on closing night, it’s all about creating an authentic theatre experience with a professional polish.” Sawka continues, “As always, I want to give these students the best possible experience working in theatre.”
the cast of the upcoming production of Medea.
Westsyde often calls upon revisiting the tale again and again. alumni to participate in shows, What drives her to this decision? which again provides a learning Why have we not grown from experience. “It gives graduates this? Medea is not insane, and we a way to give back to the school, don’t portray her that way. To her, and it gives current students a it’s the only pathway to revenge.” sense of their futures, and furtherThe production will be a visual more, it helps them set up their feast of dance and movement that game.” will serve to heighten the emoThe production promises to be tional scope. a unique opportunity to explore A professional working actor Medea’s story through a con- known locally for his work with temporary lens. “This story is Project X and the Saucy Fops over 2500 years old, and we keep - continued on page 2
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