Susie Vusbaumer

Susie Vusbaumer is an Associate Professor of Classical Literature at the University of Rouen Normandy, affiliated with the UFR Letters and Human Sciences. She is a member of the ERIAC research institute (UR 4705), focusing on ancient theater, masks, and actor gestures in Greek tragedy. Her work bridges academic research and theatrical practice, with a particular interest in reconstructing and interpreting ancient performance techniques.

Research Interests
Dr. Vusbaumer explores the role of masks in Greek tragedy, the interplay between text and physical performance, and the reconstruction of lost theatrical practices. Her studies span Ancient Theater, Gesture Analysis, and the Symbolism of Masks in classical drama.

Key Contributions
Her recent publications include analyses of mask usage in Aeschylean tragedies and collaborations with the Démodocos troupe. She actively participates in conferences and workshops, such as the European Archaeology Days (2024) and the Antiquity in Normandy symposium (2024). She also engages in public outreach, leading workshops on Homeric verse and ancient Greek theater for schools.

Creative Practice
A member of the Démodocos company since 1998, she has performed in iconic productions like The Oresteia and The Persians, blending academic research with theatrical performance. She also trained in mask modeling under Emmanuelle Mouque-Raggi (2018–2024).