The Last Priest explores the life of Jean Meslier (1664-1729), a French Catholic priest and the author of a bitter atheistic testament. He was a little-known hero of the Enlightenment, and an instigator of the socialist ideals of the French Revolution. This very human story follows Jean as he leads a dual existence, conforming by day to religious fundamentalism, and passionately composing his legacy in private by night. Jean's passion for truth, his stubborn conscience and his fear of discovery leading him to the betrayal of his own principles all make him a compelling character. His story, with its disturbing parallels to the religious unrest of today, places this work at the heart of the current zeitgeist.| 5 Jun 07 to 1 Jul 07 | The King's Head Theatre Inner London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive |
