THE STORY: Artemisia Gentileschi was one of the most celebrated female painters of the seventeenth century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Assaulted and publicly shamed at just seventeen, Gentileschi lived her life on her own terms as an artist, a mother, and a lover. Artemisia was a modern woman before her time; ARTEMISIA is a play that celebrates her artistry, courage, and humanity.
“While [Artemisia] Gentileschi’s life and work is often defined by her experiences with men, Gunderson’s play allows for Gentileschi to create her own narrative. Gunderson utilizes humor and deep emotion to portray Gentileschi as she really was, a strong-willed and passionate artist.” —The Badger Herald.
“The savvy blend of past and present may bring to mind Tom Stoppard, especially Arcadia… Yet the collision between past and present is salient. ‘Has that much really changed?’ is the question that’s bound to occur to the audience.” —Isthmus.
