By BERTOLT BRECHT

Translated by Alistair Beaton

 

 

As a city burns with war a wealthy woman abandons her baby to flee to safety. A young servant girl discovers the abandoned child, and braving unknown dangers takes it with her. But when peace is finally restored the boy's mother returns to claim her son.

 

A judge sets about resolving the dispute by calling on the ancient tradition of the Chalk Circle.

But in a culture of corruption and deception, who will win?

 

Written by the grandmaster of theatre and filled with vivid and comic characters, The Caucasian Chalk Circle is one of the greatest plays of the twentieth century.

 

 

We are looking for a large ensemble cast for this year’s epic production with parts ranging from substantial characters to non-speaking roles. Some actors may play more than one role depending on how many are available. The play also requires a singer with supporting musicians and chorus.