CURSE OF MEDUSA: THE CREATION OF TRANSCULTURAL PERFORMANCE

Abstract

Background and Objectives The story of Medusa is fascinating and quite reflective of various values, societies, and norms of human life, including class divisions, gender discrimination, and harassment from the opposite sex, outsiders, or even within the same sex. Even in today's world, no matter how much society changes, exploitation and judgment based solely on appearance often persist. This story is therefore worth discussing, highlighting the victimism and labeling of Medusa as an evil monster, when in fact she was merely a "victim" of both those who disliked and those who were infatuated with her. Methods: The experimental approach to creating the performance involved gathering information from documents and conducting individual interviews, then experimenting and sequentially creating the dramatic work. Key Findings This presentation of "Medusa's Curse" is a blend of cultural and dramatic elements, presented in a theatrical format. It features newly designed elements and explores the origins of Medusa's curse. Implications of the Study The creative approach to the blended cultural performance, "Medusa's Curse," draws its plot from Greek mythology, adapting the storyline for brevity. It utilizes storytelling techniques, lyrics, and songs that reflect its performance. Conclusion and Future Research It is a creation of a new theatrical work.