Medea: A Reading of a Devised Adaptation

Medea follows the story of a woman pushed to her limits by betrayal. Medea has sacrificed everything to support her husband, Jason, only to be cast aside when he chooses a new life with Creon’s daughter. Heartbroken and fueled by rage, Medea confronts the brutal reality of love and betrayal, challenging the power dynamics and loyalties in their small community. As tensions rise, she seeks justice in a society quick to dismiss her, revealing the raw intensity of a woman wronged. This intimate reading invites you into a dark, intense reimagining of a timeless tragedy.

Join us for this powerful staged reading and witness Medea’s journey of love, betrayal, and fierce resolve.

This production of Medea contains mature themes, including depictions of domestic conflict, intense emotional distress, and acts of violence. The story addresses betrayal, revenge, and grief, which may be distressing to some audience members.

Host or Publisher The South Carolina Experimental Theatre Initative