Lysistrata
by Aristophanes
Translated & Adapted by Edward Einhorn

Directed by Lisa Muller

Lysistrata by Aristophanes, translated and adapted by Edward Einhorn, and directed by Lisa Muller. In this modern adaptation of the classic Greek play, Lysistrata has a plan to end the Peloponnesian War: all women are to withhold conjugal rights from the men of Athens until l they end the war with Sparta.  Reluctantly the women agree, and what ensues is a hilarious foray into the relationships between men and women, still relevant today.  Funny, before its time, and still poignant, this is a don't miss show for lovers of classic literature and those that have never heard of it. 

Lysistrata runs two weekends at The Theater Project: March 22 - March 31: Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM.

For Mature Audiences Only: Ages 16+
Content Warning:
- Sexual Themes
- Explicit Sexual Language

Shannon Campbell: Lysistrata

Shannon Campbell (She/Her) has been acting on stage and in front of the camera for 25yrs. She has a BA in Theater from USM and studied at Circle in the Square in NYC. Some of her favorite roles include Agnes in Bug (60 Grit Theatre), Mary in Detroit (The Theatre Project), Masha in Stupid Fucking Bird (Mad Horse Theatre Company), Aunt Deborah in Kimberly Akimbo (MHTC), Penny in The Totalitarians (MHTC), and Sharla in Killer Joe (Space Gallery). Shannon lives in Cumberland, ME and is the mother to three incredible children Avery, Natalie and Beckett. Special thanks to Lisa Muller and the cast and crew of Lysistrata.

Katherine Davis:
Calonice

KATHERINE DAVIS (She/Her) - Kate is thrilled to be performing at The Theater Project for the first time. She has performed in several theaters in the greater Portland area, including The Good Theater, City Theater, Footlights Theatre, Lyric Music Theater, Portland Players, Mad Horse Theater (Dark Night Series) and with the Stone Pinhead Ensemble at the St. Lawrence Arts Center. Favorite roles include Charity in Sweet Charity, Georgie in The Full Monty, Ginny in Voice Lessons (East Coast Premier), Shelby in The Spitfire Grill, Johnna in August: Osage County, Pippi in The Great American Trailer Park Musical, and Millie in Exit Laughing.  She has also performed improv, as a voice over artist, and a vocalist. Kate appeared as a recurring character in the web series Willard Beach: The Real Story and in the independent film The Crew.  Special thanks to Lisa for fantastic experience and to Julie for keeping us organized and on track.  Kate is grateful to be working with this fun and talented cast and crew.

Mackenzie Peacock: Myrrhina/Woman 2

Mackenzie Peacock (she/her) is an actor and educator from Lewiston. Her recent credits include Janet Brown in Anatomies (Lakewood Theater), Claire Ganz in Rumors (Chocolate Church Arts), and Patches in Three Little Kittens (Maddy's Theatre). She is also a company actor with Mystery 207. When she is not acting, she teaches acting, film, and communication courses at Central Maine Community College. She would like to thank her fiance, Mike, for always supporting her, and providing her dog, Peter, comfort when she's away at rehearsals.

Beth Chasse-King: Lampito/Cinesias/Woman 3

Elizabeth aka Beth (she/her) lives in Durham and is a full time wrangler of 3 year old and 1 year old boys. Favorite roles include It’s Only a Play as Virginia Noyes (Waterville Opera House), Good People as Margaret (ACAT), and Peter and the Starcatcher as Mrs Bumbrake (The Theater Project), as well as being a member of Walks Into a Bard - a singular group of four people who put on unique productions for Pop Up Portland. She has also directed some one acts for PortFringe, as well as her first full length production of A Comedy of Errors here at TTP. When keeping the 1 year old safe from his lack of self preservation, and answering a million questions in two minutes from the 3 year old, she enjoys binge watching Bluey, playing chase with no rules of who's "it" and snuggling with her cats. Thanks to Cory for holding down the fort during this production. And thank you to the strong, wonderful women of this cast; it's been an honor and a privilege. 

Molly Bryant Roberts: Leader Woman

Molly Bryant Roberts (she/her) is tickled to be back at The Theater Project after too long an absence and overjoyed to thrive under the direction of Lisa Muller once again. She most recently reprised her role as Maria in Twelfth Night: A Holiday Musical with Fenix Theater and made her Good Theater debut as Dolly in One Man, Two Guv’nors. Her credits at The Theater Project include Circle, Mirror, Transformation; Euridice; and The Liar. A long-time resident of Portland, Molly loves being part of the vibrant and exciting theater community and enjoying all the delights her city offers.

Catherine Buxton:
Leader Man

Catherine Buxton (She/They) is a theater artist based in Portland, Maine. She has appeared in numerous productions across New England, but most recently has pivoted to making theater about things other people find incredibly boring such as Windows 95, storage units, and bread.

Miranda Chadbourne: Magistrate/Corinthian Woman/Servant/Woman 1

Miranda Chadbourne (She/Her) has been performing with Playing for Laughs, TTPs Improv Troupe for almost 2 years, and is eager to welcome friends, family and guests to Lysistrata. She has three nephews, David, Ari and Mo, but her true loves are Husband Jay and Dog Helio. She hopes you laugh at all this production offers, and encourages you to look for ways to promote peace.

Grace Kneebone:
Herald

Grace Kneebone (She/her) is a local actor who lives in Harpswell, Maine. She recently performed in Winter Cabaret (The Theater Project) after an extended stint away from the stage and Maine. Grace enjoys reading, cooking with friends and family, and listening to Podcasts.

Ella Yazwinski:
Female Chorus

Ella (She/Her) has been acting her whole life. Acting since she was 4 she has fallen in love with the stage and will continue performing for a lifetime. The 14 year old has been in many plays at The Theater Project including The Hobbit, Boxers Shorts, Voices in the mirror and many others. Ella is one of the assistant teachers for The Phantom Tollbooth and has had lots of fun working with these young actors.

Michelle Probert:
Male Chorus

Michelle Probert (she/her) lives in Brunswick and, after years of watching her kids in Theater Project productions, decided it was time to stop living vicariously through them and give it a try herself. She is honored and excited to be the Chorus of Men, and amidst a group of kick ass women, to boot. Michelle loves her kids, cats and dog, going down hills fast, health policy, native pollinator plants, and more.

Lisa Muller:
Director
& Sound Designer

Lisa Muller (She/Her) is thrilled to be working at the Al Miller Theater and back with the Theater Project where she’s been lucky enough to direct (Nina) and perform (Cocktails and Travails, Eurydice, Blithe Spirit). She is giddy to be working with a dedicated, hilarious and gracious team of new and long loved friends. In addition to The Theater Project, Lisa has worked in theaters as a director and actress with several theater companies in Maine including: Mad Horse (Dance Nation, The Clean House, Dead Man’s Cell Phone, Joe Egg, A Boston Marriage), DRC (The Mother), Portland Stage Affiliate Artists (Richard III) and the Fenix Theatre Company (A Midsummer Night’s Dream). She hails from Chicago and now lives in West Bath.

Julie Middleton:
Stage Manager

Julie Poland Middleton (She/Her/Hers) beyond the audience, Julie's introduction to TTP was the thrill of Stage Managing the world premiere of "Squeeze Me" last summer. Julie was previously the Drama Director at Hebron Academy and was Board Member/Director with OHMPAA in Norway. She thanks Lucy Poland for cajoling her into SM'ing so many years ago. Thanks to Amanda, Lisa and the incredibly talented Lysistrata cast/crew- Peace and laughter found here.

Joanna Patterson:
Choreographer

Joanna Patterson (she/her) is a dancer, choreographer, and dance educator. Since 2012 she has been the owner/director of The Moving Company Dance Studio in Topsham, where she teaches modern and ballet technique to dancers of all ages. In Maine, she has performed from Portland to Presque Isle, including with Ram Island Dance and Portland Ballet, and her choreography has been presented in various concerts and productions over the years. She is a founding member of Bower Dance, a collaborative collection of dance besties. Joanna was Theater Manager at The Theater Project from 2005 - 2017, and is so happy to be back in the building that gave her so much. https://www.facebook.com/movingcompanydancestudio https://www.facebook.com/bowerdancemaine

Charlotte Brooks: Costume Designer

Charlotte Brooks (she/her) is a Portland native. She is so excited to make her debut with The Theater Project! She has previously worked for costume shops in Washington DC, including for the Washington National Opera. She would like to thank her friends, family, and fiancé for their continued support.  

Jim Alexander:
Lighting Designer

Jim Alexander (He/Him) has worked on theatre, dance, and opera productions from Maine to California, and toured nationally and internationally. He lives in Harpswell, Maine with his partner Dawn and their two sons, of whom they are abnormally proud. He has served as production manager for The Washington Revels and as master electrician at the Shakespeare Theatre Company, Washington Ballet, and Portland Stage Company. He has toured as lighting supervisor and production manager with theatre and dance companies including The Flying Karamozovs, Shenyang Peking Opera, Netherlands Dance Theatre, Suzhuo Kunju Opera of Jiangsu Province, Les Ballet d'Afrique Noire, Ballet Argentino, the Central Ballet of China, and the Ballet Nacional de Cuba. He is currently assistant technical director at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine and technical director of Theater at Monmouth in Monmouth maine.

Keith Anctil:
Scenic Designer / Builder / Sound Programmer

Keith Anctil (He/Him) has been acting, writing, directing, designing, and building theater in Maine since 1998.  He currently directs/designs at Westbrook High School.  He also works with the improv company Playing For Laughs!  He lives in Westbrook with his lovely wife, silly little dog, a big vegetable garden and one sweet chicken.   He is a special educator by day and enjoys running, kayaking and fishing when he has a little spare time.  The Theater Project is his favorite place to work and play!