Mephisto

By Ariane Mnouchkine
Based on the novel by Klaus Mann
Translated by Timberlake Wertenbaker

Directed by Georgina Sowerby / Designed by Aldo Vázquez

Performance Dates: (Duration 2hr 40min including interval.)  

• Sat 28 June 19:00
• Mon 30 June 19:00
• Tue 1 July 19:00
• Wed 2 July 19:00
• Thu 3 July 14:00 19:00
• Fri 4 July 19:00* BSL-interpreted performance by Sherrie Eugene-Hart
• Sat 5 July 14:00 19:00 

“WHAT CAN I DO? I AM ONLY AN ACTOR.”

What are you prepared to sacrifice to achieve your dreams? Bristol Old Vic Theatre School presents an immersive journey through the underground tunnels of the Loco Klub, Bristol’s home for alternative arts.

Enter the world of a passionate theatre troupe as insidious political shadows close in on society. Based on Klaus Mann's controversial 1936 novel, Mephisto is a haunting exploration of ambition, compromise and the seductive power of fame. As one actor faces an ultimate choice, we witness how quickly principles can be abandoned when opportunity - or the devil - comes knocking.

This promenade performance invites audiences to celebrate the soul of theatre-making, whilst questioning its resilience in the face of tyranny. Join us for a powerful production which strikes a disturbing chord with today’s political landscape.

Age recommendations: 14+

Content advisories: Given the historical context of this piece - 1930's Germany and the rise of Hitler - this play includes: Antisemitism and racism; implied violence; scenes of a sexual nature, including nudity; references to death including the implication of suicide; representations of poverty and class structures

Accessibility information: The venue is accessible for wheelchair users, as it is either step-free or has ramps in place over low steps. Please head to locoklub.com/access-info for further details on accessibility and planning your visit. A limited number of wheelchair accessible tickets are available per performance including 1 free carer with each.