Athena is a compelling play by Gracie Gardner that explores the complexities of friendship and competition among teenage fencers training for the Junior Olympics. The story follows Mary Wallace and Athena, both seventeen, as they navigate their rivalry and desire for camaraderie on and off the piste. The production features Jailyn Genyse as Mary Wallace, Carmen Retzer as Jamie, and Isa Venere as Athena, with direction by Nancy Bell. Live fencing sequences promise to enhance the dynamic storytelling, making for an electrifying theatrical experience.
Cast and Creative team for Athena at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
Cast
Jailyn Genyse
Mary Wallace
Carmen Retzer
Jamie
Isa Venere
Athena
Creative Team
Nancy Bell
Director
Seth Howard
Set Designer
Renee Garcia
Costume Designer
Jayson Lawshee
Lighting Designer
Jimmy Bernatowicz
Sound Designer
Simone Hoagland
Dramaturg
Paul Steger
Fight Director
Annamaria Lu
Consultant
Kate Bergstrom
Artistic Director
Susan Tuteur
Producer
Peter Tuteur
Producer
Gwen Middeke
Producer
Paul Middeke
Producer
Gina Hoagland
Producer
Lee Hoagland
Producer
Ven Houts
Producer
Cynthia Houts
Producer
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