S3 E7 Heracles: The Constellations of Leo, Hydra and Cancer
It’s party time in Olympus. Heracles, the hero is now a god and about to be adopted by Hera. Before the rebirthing ceremony begins, he and the Queen of the gods must make peace in spite of all their suffering and loss. *Sensitive listeners be aware - some of this episode is gruesome* Written by Doug Rand and Bibi Jacob. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Featuring: Doug Rand as Heracles, Sandy Bernard as Hera, Kester Lovelace as Apollo, Chris Mack as Hermes, Dario Costa as Zeus, Hephaestus and the groom, David Stanley as Diomedes, and Bibi Jacob as Hebe. Recorded at the SACD studios in Paris. The quote comes from Diodorus Siculus’ Library of History, Book 4, in a translation by CH Oldfather. Aristotle refers to Heracles in Book 3 of his Politics. For our other sources, check out our website!
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S3 E6 The Golden Ram: The Constellation of Aries
What connects a golden-fleeced ram, a goddess crafted from clouds and a set of twins? Davina the Diviner reveals all. The key to your destiny may lie in the stars. Written by Morag Cross. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Morag Cross as Verity, Helle & Nephele, Bibi Jacob as Davina & Ino. Tom Morton as Aeëtes and the Messenger. Ciaran Cresswell as Phrixos. Nigel Pilkington as the Newspaper and Market Vendors. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. A big thanks to Nige.
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S3 E5 Laelaps: The Constellation of Canis Major
Laelaps, Europa’s yellow dog, has forgotten what love is, until Procris enters his life. His devotion to her will lead him to some unexpected places in this heartbreaking tale of loyalty and treachery. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Narrated by Sandy Bernard. Featuring Rufo Quintavalle as Minos and Zelda Rittner as Procris. And also featuring the lovely dogs, Luna and Gus. With huge thanks to their mistresses, Sandy and Gaëlle. Check out the substack Stelliferous for more on the constellations.
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S3 E4 The Labyrinth: The Constellation of Corona Borealis
This epic and madcap episode concludes Ariadne’s story. It takes us into the heart of the labyrinth and up into the heavens with the constellation of the Northen Crown - Corona Borealis. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Tom Morton as Silenus, Charlotte Donnelly as Psalakantha, Nigel Pilkington as Dionysus. Bibi Jacob as Ariadne, Rufo Quintavalle as Minos, Ciaran Cresswell as Theseus. Original violin loops by Chloe Dunn Sound and production by Geoff Chong.
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S3 E3 Pasiphaë: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 3
Pasiphaë, Queen of Crete, pays the price when her husband breaks his oath to Poseidon and refuses to sacrifice the Cretan Bull. In a letter to her daughter, Ariadne, she explains the terrible events that lead to the birth of the Minotaur. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring Rose Romain as Pasiphaë and Bibi Jacob as Ariadne. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources include ‘Euripides Dramatic Fragments - Cretans’ and of course Roberto Calasso’s ‘The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony.’
Original audio drama with spectacular soundscapes, based on the Greco-Roman myths behind the constellations. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob, these moving and sometimes humorous tales, brim with tragedy, injustice, and violence.
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