Amazons and Their Men
Amazons and Their Men by Jordan Harrison is a full-length drama published by Samuel French, Inc. in 2008. This edition features 73 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on a filmmaker, known as the Frau, who transitions from creating films for a fascist regime to pursuing a project focused on beauty. She takes on the role of the Amazon queen Penthesilea, whose love for Achilles unfolds against the backdrop of the Trojan War.
Readers will encounter a unique exploration of themes related to identity and creativity as the Frau enlists a man from the Jewish ghetto to portray Achilles, while her sister plays the various Amazons who meet tragic fates. The play delves into the complexities of love and war, intertwining personal and historical narratives. With its focus on LGBTQ+ elements and the performing arts, this work offers a thought-provoking perspective on the intersections of gender and power within the context of drama and theater.
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Full Length Drama
Characters: 2 male 2 female
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The Frau used to direct beautiful films for a fascist government. Now she’s trying to make a film that’s simply beautiful. The Frau casts herself in the lead role of the Amazon queen Penthesilea who falls in love with Achilles on the battlefield of the Trojan War. She recruits a man from the Jewish ghetto to play her Achilles. Her own sister a long-suffering extra plays all the nameless Amazons killed in the background. With
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