Death and the Ploughman
T0594023387
An ordinary farm labourer's wife and unborn child die in childbirth. Unable to accept this cruelty, the ploughman sues Death, who duly appears to answer the charges. Although written in 1401,
Death and the Ploughman perfectly sums up the attitude we still have towards grief, and the arrogance still innate in man which belies his own environment and mortality. Runner up of the Gate Translation Award 2002.
Archive :: production:T0594023387, play:S0685498417, venue:V1384579886
Production details
Illuminating the power of von Saaz's vision, this semi-promenade show is an unforgettable, tragicomic encounter with Death. Please bring warm clothing and appropriate footwear for uneven terrain. Running time: 2hrs. Age recommendation 14+ The event takes place at Arnos Vale Cemetery
