TPTP_S01E04 - PTW26 - My Carmilla - Asha Bagal Kelly and Sabrina Caruso

Join us in this episode as we dive into the innovative adaptation of the classic vampire novella "Carmilla," reimagined through a feminist, queer, and post-colonial lens. We talk with the creators about the artistic choices, role-switching performances, and the rich historical context that influences this thought-provoking production.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Theater Philadelphia and Philly Theatre Week 2026 00:45 - Overview of "My Carmilla" and its unique performance approach 01:13 - Summary of the original "Carmilla" novella and its themes 02:33 - Visual elements and adaptations in staging 03:12 - How the adaptation approaches feminism, queerness, and post-colonial perspectives 04:48 - Addressing stereotypes of queer women as predators in media 05:36 - Reimagining predator vs prey with active female characters 06:16 - The historical context of queer relationships in the 19th century 07:12 - The significance of showing queerness without stereotypes 08:11 - The creative process behind role swapping and script development 09:34 - Audience engagement and evolving performances through feedback 11:04 - The importance of nuanced queer representation 14:32 - Details on upcoming performances and locations 23:55 - Final thoughts and how to attend the showsResources & Links:My Carmilla The PlayInstagram: @MyCarmillaThePlayMy Carmilla - Philly Theatre WeekFollow Theatre Phialdelphia here:https://linktr.ee/theatrephiladelphia Follow us and our links here: https://bio.site/em3ry