About Tommy
by Thor Bjorn Krebs, translated by the writer
Overview
About the play
About the author
“Many of them wish to be in control, to be central to any action, to be cast as the lead in the film of their lives. And that’s what we’ll tell them will happen if they join the UN Peacekeeping Forces.”
A presentation of About Tommy was performed at the Barbican Pit Theatre on 16th November, 2007, following a period of research and development. The presentation featured live recording and projection.
Performed by Beatrice Curnew, Hywel Morgan and Daniel Percival
Directed by Elly Green
Designed by Signe Beckmann
Video Design by Riccardo M. Alfano
Lighting Design by Anna Watson
Sound Design by Matt Downing
Previously, a staged reading of About Tommy was performed at Theatre 503 on 16th December, 2006. It was performed by Christopher Brandon, Shereen Martineau and Oliver Ryan.
Brother Tongue is continuing to develop this play with a view to full production.