Mercury’s Footpath

A Theater and Performance Studies Senior Project in Directing for Samantha White and Acting for Dominic Sullivan

by Ellen McLaughlin

Written by playwright Ellen McLaughlin, Mercury’s Footpath is a hauntingly beautiful anti-war play following the relationship between Protesilaus, the first Greek to die in the Trojan War, and his wife, Laodamia. Ten years after his death Laodamia asks Mercury, God of Beginnings and Endings, to bring her husband back. The couple’s story is poignantly interwoven with that of Telefteos, the last Greek to die in the war, and his wife, Kallisto.

Mercury’s Footpath, directed by Samantha White, explores themes of loss, remembrance, and love across life and death.

For all inquiries, please contact:

maya.mcgrory@yale.edu

Performance Dates & Times

November 10, 2022 - 8:00pm

November 11, 2022 - 8:00pm

November 12, 2022 - 2:00pm

November 12, 2022 - 8:00pm

Location

Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies Black Box

Venue Accessibility:

Building is accessible via a ramp on the Church Street side. Venue and facilities are located on the main floor.

Patron Information

This performance is open to asymptomatic patrons with an up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination. Patrons should carry vaccination documentation and be prepared to show it if asked.

Masks are encouraged for audience members.