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Artwork reads Medea by Euripedes (National Theatre Version) with a knife going through the word Medea.

Medea

Performed by Young Rep Seniors.

Medea is devastated when her husband, Jason, leaves her for the king’s daughter. Heartbroken, alone, and consumed by rage, Medea decides to take revenge so that Jason will suffer as much as she has. No matter the cost, she will make him pay.

This timeless tale of love, betrayal and consequences is brought to you by Young Rep Seniors. Whose side will you choose?

 

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Venue

The House

Presented by

Young Rep Seniors

Written by

Euripides

Adapted by

Ben Power

Directed by

Laura Dredger

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Access Performances

Both performances are captioned.

Running Time

Approximately 2 hours, including an interval.

Age Guidance

14+

Content Advice

This production contains violence, themes of death and mental health.

This production also contains blood, violent images and loud music.

About Young Rep Seniors

Young Rep Seniors is our celebrated youth theatre company for young people aged 14–18. Young Rep groups meet weekly at The Rep to create high quality performances working with professional theatre-makers. We provide our members with opportunities to develop their performance skills, learn how an exciting producing theatre works, and grow in confidence.  

Young Rep aims to nurture and inspire the next generation of theatre-makers through staging new work, devising original pieces of theatre and performing established texts. Young Rep is an inclusive environment that welcomes children and young people from all backgrounds. 

Trailer

Young Rep Seniors performing Arabian Nights at Love & Rebellion. Photography by Geraint Lewis.

Creative Team

Director

Laura Dredger

Set and Props Designers

Laura O'Connell
Margaret Rees

Costume Designer

Laura O'Connell

Lighting Designer

KJ

Sound Designer

Clive Meldrum

Supported by

Young Rep Backstage
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