Corpus Playroom
Tue 11 - Sat 15 November
Fletcher Players
The Accidental Death of an Anarchist
Dario Fo and Franca Rame, translated by Ed Emery
Content warning [May contain spoilers]
"The drama critics won't go along with that - I mean we can't have the ultra-left hooligan winning hands down like that!"
Defenestration, impersonation, and police corruption. This hilarious fast-paced show based on a true story is sure to make you laugh, cry, and question what's really going on in police headquarters. Set in an unnamed police station, we witness the farcical re-enactment of the interrogation-gone-wrong of an anarchist.
Written 55 years ago but still just as pertinent, Fo's masterpiece will shock you to your core and ask you what you really believe in. The Accidental Death of an Anarchist is a political farce for the ages.
This production is suitable for ages 16 and over.
This amateur production of “Accidental Death of an Anarchist (Emery)” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
Times
Tue 11 November at 7:00pm
Wed 12 November at 7:00pm
Thu 13 November at 7:00pm
Fri 14 November at 7:00pm
Sat 15 November at 7:00pm
Venue
Corpus PlayroomTickets
TUE £7-£9, WED–THU £8-£10.50, FRI–SAT £10-£12.50Depictions of:
abuse (physical), police brutality, violence (largely comedic), strong language
References to:
abuse (mental), self-harm and/or other intentional self-injury, kidnapping (forceful deprivation of/disregard for personal autonomy), death and/or dying, torture
Brief mentions of:
mental illness
The Corpus Playroom is owned by Corpus Christi College, and managed by the University of Cambridge through the ADC Theatre. The College drama society, the Fletcher Players, are the resident company.
The L-shaped studio is Cambridge's primary fringe space, showcasing a variety of productions, with an emphasis on new writing. Seasons are programmed simultaneously with the ADC Theatre.
Access
Please note: This venue is not wheelchair accessible. More information can be viewed here.
Complimentary tickets are available for full-time carers.
The Corpus Playroom is fitted with an infra-red audio system designed to help deaf and hard of hearing patrons. If you are using the system for the first time, please arrive early and seek advice from our Front of House team.
Assistance dogs are welcome in both of our venues. Please call the Box Office or email the above address when booking to ensure you are seated appropriately.
The Corpus Playroom has gender-neutral toilets.
Address
Corpus Playroom10 St Edward's Passage
Cambridge
CB2 3PJ
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