The Pantodyssey!

The Pantodyssey is a fun new take on Homer’s classic epic, The Odyssey, made popular in 2026 by Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation. We think ours is better though! The play was developed and will be created through DUST’S flagship mentorship program Let’s Make a Panto, led by directing and writing supervisor Kelly-Maree Michael. The program supports aspiring writers, directors, and stage crew, with participants managing all aspects of the production in a supervised, supportive environment. The Pantodyssey sets the iconic Greek myth against a backdrop of trashy early 2000s reality TV, with nods to shows such as Gladiator, Masterchef, Love Island, Survivor and Deal or No Deal. Our hero Odysseus AKA Oddy not only has to sail through treacherous waters to get home to the wife and son he barely remembers, but also has to battle other contestants, sing for his supper and navigate the murky politics of a TV production studio where the bosses are just as volatile as the gods. Homer would be Cha-Cha sliding in his grave if he ever saw THIS version of The Odyssey, which is anchored in Y2K culture, text speak and 2000s pop moments. Where instead of sirens, you get H20, Just Add Water. Where Circe is a bit of a Mean Girl, Athena is a #Girlboss, and Poseidon is totally Clueless. Get in losers, we’re sailing to Ithaca!