Details

Set in Chicago in 1912 was first performed in Munich in 1923. 'You are about to witness an inexplicable wrestling match between two men and observe the downfall of a family that has moved from the prairies to the jungle of the big city. Don't worry your heads about the motives for the fight, concentrate on the stakes. Judge impartially the technique of the contenders, and keep your eyes fixed on the finish.' Running time: 2hrs 25mins

Cast/Performers

Jeffery Kissoon (Shlink), Joseph Arkley (Garga), Joseph Adelakun (compere / saxophone), Mia Austin (Jane Larry), Rebecca Brewer (Mary), Alex Britton (Skinny / Manky), Helen Sheals (Mae Garga), Stephen O'Toole (John Garga / guitar), Jurgen Schwarz (Worm), Michael Walters (Baboon)

Creatives/Company

Author: Bertolt Brecht
Company: SplitMoon Theatre
Translation: Gerhard Nellhaus
Director: Peter Sturm
Design: Nicolai Hart Hansen
Sound: Mike Furness
Lighting: Howard Hudson