Darkness
by Jonathan Lichtenstein
Yann, a young Muslim immigrant, takes work that no one else will do; clearing windblown trees in a remote forest. It’s dangerous, but he needs the job and anyway he’s fallen for the beautiful Caitlin. The family he works for are deeply religious and soon Yann is confronted about his own convictions.
Darkness is Fringe First winner Jonathan Lichtenstein’s exploration of the devastating impact of religious fundamentalism. As authority figures display an absolute belief in their divine right to act with impunity, a tight knit rural family are torn apart by its destructive force.
Directed by Gari Jones.
Press praise for Jonathan Lichtenstein's work:
"a harrowing heartbreaking play" The Guardian (The Pull of Negative Gravity, 2004)
"urgent and moving’" 4 Stars. Lyn Gardner, The Guardian (The Pull Of Negative Gravity)
“Jonathan Lichtenstein has written the first great play about the second Iraq conflict.” 5 Stars. The Scotsman (The Pull Of Negative Gravity)
"…compelling drama…an impressive achievement…" New York Times (Memory, 2007)
