Vanya Is Alive

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Theatre (new writing, international)

  • Venue 43
    theSpace @ Symposium Hall - Annexe
  • 16:10
  • Aug 12
  • 45 minutes
  • Suitability: 16+ (Guideline)
  • Country: France
  • Group: Cie OESAP, France
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing
  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 18 months

Description

A powerful new play from today's Russia brought to the Fringe by artists in exile due to their anti-war position. A mother of a mobilised Russian soldier plunges into the abyss as she struggles to comb through state propaganda and lies. Where lie the limits of personal responsibility? Can an individual stand up against the system? Echoing the actual political situation in Russia, this dark tale reflects on the price of truth and freedom with a touch of absurdity and disarming sincerity. A look at the country grappling with the reality of war and repressions.

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  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
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    • Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp

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STEPHEN DAVIS 44 days ago

The play provides a poignant insight into life in Putin's Russia at war where double-speak is the norm and the individual is at the mercy of a cruel and controlling state.

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Lucy Fisher 45 days ago

Absolutely superb. Cleverly written and wonderfully performed. You could have heard a pin drop we were all so involved. One of the best things I have seen this festival. Thoroughly recommend.

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ThreeWeeks (3/5 stars) 35 days ago

Try to catch this engaging piece whilst it’s here.

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Ella Satin 38 days ago

This is a really important play.

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The Skinny (5/5 stars) 41 days ago

A one-person show presented by exiled anti-war Russian theatremakers, Vanya is Alive is unsettling, heart-breaking and remarkably compelling.

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