Details

"Somebody must have made a false accusation against Joseph K, for he was arrested one morning, having done nothing wrong". The chillingly prophetic scenario created in Kafka's The Trial is the starting point for this darkly comic and fiercely satirical musical. What happens when we sacrifice freedom and democracy in the name of security> What becomes of justice when the right to trial is abandoned for the politics of popularity? This urgent and compelling work delves into the murky world of international counter-terrorism and adds a powerful voice the debate over freedom and human rights. Failed States playfully examines important political themes through humour, song and one man's quest to clear his name.

Cast/Performers

Kosha Engler, Emily Gilchrist, William El-Gardi, James Durrant, Victoria Stedeford, Gavan Purdie

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Andrew Taylor, Desmond O'Connor
Producer: 1215 Productions

Failed States

Failed States (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0623835983. Details of all Failed States archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S2133333692

Archive Listings

24 Oct 06 to 12 Nov 06	Pleasance Inner London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive
29 Aug 06 to 10 Sep 06	Barons Court Theatre Inner London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive

Reviews

UK Theatre Web: 31Aug06:
An unusal topic for a musical but for all you cynics out there I urge you to go and see this for yourself before passing judgement. The cast handle a difficult topic with sensitivity and humour. A great piece of new writing. Congratulations to all involved!

UK Theatre Web: 30Aug06:
A gripping show with fantastic music, a talented cast, and a thought-provoking often moving story.

User Reviews

USER (31Aug06): An unusal topic for a musical but for all you cynics out there I urge you to go and see this for yourself before passing judgement. The cast handle a difficult topic with sensitivity and humour. A great piece of new writing. Congratulations to all involved!

USER (30Aug06): A gripping show with fantastic music, a talented cast, and a thought-provoking often moving story.

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