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Ancient pagan prayers refer to the religious practices and rituals of the ancient pagan civilizations that existed before the spread of monotheistic religions such as Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. These prayers were an essential part of pagan worship and were often performed in sacred spaces such as temples, groves, or stone circles. Pagan prayers varied greatly depending on the specific civilization and their beliefs. For example, in Ancient Greece, prayers were directed to various gods and goddesses, such as Zeus, Athena, or Apollo, each representing different aspects of life. These prayers were believed to establish a connection between the mortal and the divine, allowing the supplicant to seek divine guidance, protection, or favor. Similarly, in Ancient Rome, prayers were directed to a pantheon of gods, including Jupiter, Neptune, Mars, and Venus.

Tyler Lormel, also known by her stage name, Crystal Marie Tyler, is a New York & New Jersey based drag performer, author, and fine artist. She grew up in Staten Island where she started drag at age 15 before becoming president of her high school’s Gay Straight Alliance, sparking her passion for queer activism. Queer liberation and its history became important in Lormel’s work, specifically in one of her first painting’s made at FIT, depicting Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera titled Liberation. Lormel started her time at FIT in 2017 and performed in FIT’s Drag Pageant three times before winning the title of Mx FIT 2022, the same year she started her own digital drag show, Dragging Faery Tales, featuring drag artists from around the world using drag as a storytelling medium. She graduated with a BFA in Fine Arts in 2023.

On the semifinal of Dragging Faery Tales Season 1, the final four performed in a challenge called the Oz Ball where they used three looks to retell The Wizard of Oz. Although the character is now one of the most well-known fictional villains of all time, in the novel, the Wicked Witch of the West only appears in one chapter in the middle of the story.

Similarly, in Ancient Rome, prayers were directed to a pantheon of gods, including Jupiter, Neptune, Mars, and Venus. These prayers were often accompanied by offerings, such as food, wine, or incense, which were believed to please the gods and ensure their benevolence. In Celtic paganism, prayers were often performed in nature, with sacred groves and natural landscapes considered as gateways to the divine.

Wicked Witch of the West, 2022

On the semifinal of Dragging Faery Tales Season 1, the final four performed in a challenge called the Oz Ball where they used three looks to retell The Wizard of Oz. Apart from playing the Scarecrow, Texas based drag king, Justin Tyme, also performed as the Wicked Witch of the West, ultimately winning the challenge before advancing to the finale.

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Tyler Lormel

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Tyler Lormel, also known by her stage name, Crystal Marie Tyler, is a New York & New Jersey based drag performer, author, and fine artist. She grew up in Staten Island where she started drag at age 15 before becoming president of her high school’s Gay Straight Alliance, sparking her passion for queer activism. Queer liberation and its history became important in Lormel’s work, specifically in one of her first painting’s made at FIT, depicting Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera titled Liberation. Lormel started her time at FIT in 2017 and performed in FIT’s Drag Pageant three times before winning the title of Mx FIT 2022, the same year she started her own digital drag show, Dragging Faery Tales, featuring drag artists from around the world using drag as a storytelling medium. She graduated with a BFA in Fine Arts in 2023.

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WICKED: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST

The novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire is the first reversioning of Baum’s novel that has the Wicked Witch of the West as the protagonist of the story.

The story starts with the birth of the character, named Elphaba, and finishes not long after she is melted by Dorothy. Maguire uses aspects from both the original novel and the 1939 film, as well as including some of his own ideas.

Elphaba has green skin, fitting the archetype of the character, and it is a large plot point in the beginning of the novel. Similar to the 1939 film, the colour of her skin alienates her, especially when she attends university.

Following many years of her life, the story shows how the Wicked Witch of the West is not truly evil, having been labelled that by society. She fights for the rights of oppressed animals, cares for her disabled sister, and even falls in love. However, she is not wholly good either: Maguire “highlights the multi-dimensionality of his heroine” (Burger 2012 p. 64), showing both her violent and charitable sides.

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West is an important reversioning, due to the character of the Wicked Witch of the West being the hero rather than the villain, as well as the character having a backstory.

These prayers focused on honoring the forces of nature and seeking blessings for daily life, such as a successful harvest or protection from harm. The contents of ancient pagan prayers varied depending on the individual's or community's needs and desires. Prayers could seek blessings for a specific event or situation, express gratitude for past favors, or offer penance for wrongdoings. They could be chanted, recited, or spoken spontaneously, often accompanied by gestures or rituals. Today, ancient pagan prayers continue to be studied and researched as a way to understand the religious beliefs and practices of our ancestors. They provide insights into the cultural, spiritual, and societal values of ancient civilizations and offer glimpses into the complex relationship between humans and the divine in pre-modern times..

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