The Female Gaze

ONE-ACT FEMINIST MYTHOLOGICAL COMEDY. Medusa is living comfortably enough in exile on her deserted island, surrounded by statues of the men she's turned to stone, when the blind Princess Metope arrives seeking sanctuary. Is Metope safe with Medusa? And who is the mysterious old man who brought them together?

ONE-ACT FEMINIST MYTHOLOGICAL COMEDY. Medusa is living comfortably enough in exile on her deserted island, surrounded by statues of the men she's turned to stone, when the blind Princess Metope arrives seeking sanctuary. Is Metope safe with Medusa? And who is the mysterious old man who brought them together?

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The Female Gaze

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  • Anastasia Wild: The Female Gaze

    On the island of Medusa, we encounter depths of perception, the lies we are taught to believe, and the possibility for freedom from societal and self-perpetuated misconception. Strong female roles and an enchanting re-telling of mythology that will resonate with today.

    On the island of Medusa, we encounter depths of perception, the lies we are taught to believe, and the possibility for freedom from societal and self-perpetuated misconception. Strong female roles and an enchanting re-telling of mythology that will resonate with today.

  • Scott Sickles: The Female Gaze

    Blevins reminds us that Medusa may have been a "monster" but none of those people would have died if they didn't invade her home and try to kill her first. And from there we have the story of a cursed woman betrayed by salvation who just wants to be left alone. But the true protagonist here is Princess Metope, blind yet searching, a resilient survivor of tremendous physical torment. The two provide a beautiful dichotomy, their histories complimenting one another, finding salvation together.

    Blevins reminds us that Medusa may have been a "monster" but none of those people would have died if they didn't invade her home and try to kill her first. And from there we have the story of a cursed woman betrayed by salvation who just wants to be left alone. But the true protagonist here is Princess Metope, blind yet searching, a resilient survivor of tremendous physical torment. The two provide a beautiful dichotomy, their histories complimenting one another, finding salvation together.

  • Monica Cross: The Female Gaze

    Jillian Blevins uses the common mythology of Medusa to show us how women can protect one another even when they themselves have survived so much. This play is heart felt and oh so very smart. It has so much stunning potential for design. And includes a role for a blind/vision impaired actor.

    Jillian Blevins uses the common mythology of Medusa to show us how women can protect one another even when they themselves have survived so much. This play is heart felt and oh so very smart. It has so much stunning potential for design. And includes a role for a blind/vision impaired actor.

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Character Information

  • MEDUSA
    a beautiful monster.
  • METOPE
    a blind princess.
  • OLD MAN/ATHENA
    Ageless. The goddess of wisdom, in disguise as an old man.

Production History

  • Type Professional, Organization Duluth Playhouse , Year 2024
  • Type High School, Organization Jordan-Matthews High School, Year 2023