Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
Ian Rickson
Adapted By
Alan Rickman & Katherine Viner
Dates Performed
Thursday 7th April 2005
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs
Tuesday 11th October 2005
Jerwood Theatre Downstairs
Play Details
Synopsis
The play chronicles Rachel’s journey from her childhood in Olympia, Washington during the 80s and 90s to her activism in Palestine, culminating in her tragic death in 2003. The play weaves together Rachel Corrie’s genuine writings, charting her formative years to her passionate activism in Palestine. It candidly presents her on-the-ground experiences and heartfelt communications with family back in the U.S. through emails and journal entries, culminating in her poignant demise
Cast & Creative
Cast
Megan Dodds
Adapted by
Edited by Alan Rickman & Katherine Viner
What our readers say
The play delves into American involvement in the Palestine conflict, offering a personal lens on activism, war journalism, and the quest for hope amidst devastating violence, all rooted in autobiographical accounts.
What is it like reading this play now?
The play’s potency remains undiminished in today’s context, particularly with ongoing international interventions by the US and UK, and the persistent Palestinian conflict. While its personal lens offers valuable insights, the growing availability of plays written from an authentic Palestinian perspective makes the need for reviving this particular work less pressing.
Does it remind you of any other media?
In a similar fashion, “The Deer Hunter” delves into the psychological aftermath of the Vietnam War on American soldiers, exploring the trauma of warfare and the challenges of reintegration into society. Similarly, the play you mentioned examines the implications of Americans engaging in international conflicts, though in a distinct context. Both works underscore the profound personal and societal repercussions when citizens become involved in global disputes
