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Failed States archive"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

Reviews


User Review: 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!
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User Review: 30Aug06: A gripping show with fantastic music, a talented cast, and a thought-provoking often moving story.
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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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