Hatshepsut, Daughter Of Thebes is a classical rendition of the reign of Knemet Makare Hatshepsut who ruled Egypt, circa 1490 B.C. to 1470 B.C., first as a Regent, then as Queen, and, ultimately, as Pharaoh.
She lived an extraordinary life and was one of the greatest women in history.
The play centers around what is, traditionally, known as the "Thothmesid Feud", which refers to the twenty year internal conflict between her and Tut-Mosis III (known also as Thothmes III) whose throne it is reputed that she usurped.
The play takes literary license in assuming that a great romance existed between Hatshepsut and her Chief Steward and Architect, Lord Senn-e-mut. The development of the love story and the intrigue surrounding the jealous and scheming mother of Tut-Mosis III, Isis, is central to the plot.
The play may be presented as a dramatic play with music or a straight drama.
The language of the play is classical and formal, yet a constant fluidity is maintained.
The musical interludes in combination with the visually stunning dance scenes sustain and enhance the momentum of the play and render it, an entertaining experience.
There are some musical selections which can be optionally presented as dialogue.
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