ORACLE
by K. Stanger
When the old King of Argos (King Arcisius) pays a visit to the Oracle of Delphi (Pythia) he makes a haunting decision to imprison his daughter (Danae), but the gods intervene. Invaded by Zeus in a storm of gold, Danae gives birth to a son (Perseus), a child of both divinity and defiance. Cast into the sea, mother and son survive to find refuge on the island of Seriphos. As Perseus grows, their lives intertwine with the fishermen (Dictys), as well as kings, and monsters—including the Gorgon Medusa herself. ORACLE reimagines a mythic tale of fathers and daughters, gods and mortals, and the cost of seeking to know one’s fate.
- Cast Size: 4M 7W
- Running Time: 90+ minutes
- Royalty Rate: $75 per performance
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About the Playwright
K Stanger is a New York-based playwright, performer, and creator whose work is rooted in care, community, and laughter. K as a playwright expands the comedic into the vulnerable, crafting stories that center women, queerness, and the complexities of survival. Her recent credits include ORACLE (reading at La MaMa ETC), 100 FEET IN THE AIR (The Tank NYC), and SUNBEAM (Theatre Now’s Soundbites 12 Festival & NY Theatre Festival). K holds a BFA in Acting from Penn State University and an MFA in Theatre from Sarah Lawrence College.
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