About the Project
14 Minutes in Purgatory is about the trials and tribulations of growing up female. Inspired by the Greek myth, Prometheus, and the #MeToo movement, this solo show takes a cold hard look at the social, economic, and cultural oppression of women. In the story of Prometheus, he was found guilty by giving the gift of fire to the humans. In 14 Minutes in Purgatory, the character is held in purgatory for the crime of giving wisdom to another generation of women, in a world of privileged men. Using real life stories, the actor portrays individuals that molded her into the woman that she is today. By using the Greek fable as a model, the actor is able to teach a moral lesson at the end of each story, in hopes of helping other girls find the importance of who we think we are, we become.
Production Team
