Artemisia Gentileschi was an artist tutored by her father, renowned painter and follower of Michelangelo Caravaggio, Orazio Gentileschi. Artemisia was an artistic prodigy evident to all who saw her work, devoted to her craft and committed to becoming a great artist. At seventeen, Artemisia was raped by her tutor and father's best friend, Agostino Tassi, and a lurid public trial ensued. During the eight-month trial, Artemisia was publicly examined and tortured with metal screws to prove her case. She took these experiences into the studio to create vivid and dramatic portrayals of female heroes in the bible. She became one of the most sought-after artists of the Baroque period. She worked for the papacy and royalty for the next forty years producing exquisite biblical paintings and portraits. She supported her daughter, also a painter, until her death at the age of sixty.

Costumesi

A series of costumes have been designed and built specifically for the productions. They include: Tassi and Gentileschi Testimony A/Vest and A/Dress a dress and vest with testimony from the rape trial collaged onto the garments; The Judith Cape worn by the judge in the Tribunale (trial), and several hand painted gowns with Gentileschi images.