World Premiere

The Light and The Dark  
(the life and times of Artemisia Gentileschi) 

Previews: Aug. 10–14 
Performance Dates: Aug. 15–23 

Artemisia Gentileschi, a trailblazing artist, was the most successful female painter of the 17th century. Her artistic legacy endures as one of the few Baroque-era female artists, with dozens of paintings exhibited globally alongside Rafael and Caravaggio. Artemisia, characterized by her irreverence and audacity, aspired to attain immortality through her groundbreaking work. However, her journey took an unexpected turn, marked by a series of brutal betrayals that forever altered her life and art. The resulting transformation kindled a fire within her, a flame that continues to astonish and resonate with audiences today. 

The Light and The Dark delves into the profound impact of art in assuaging trauma and explores the transformative power of female rage in reshaping societal paradigms. 

This production includes adult content — nudity, a depiction of torture and an act of sexual violence as well as profanity — and may not be suitable for youth 13 and under. 

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BY
Kate Hamill

DIRECTED BY
Jade King Carroll

DRAMATURGY
Kristin Leahey

ESTIMATED RUN TIME:
Act 1 is 1 hour and 15 minutes
10-minute Intermission
Act 2 is 1 hour and 5 minutes