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Documentary Drama

Heinar Kipphardt

translated by Ruth Speirs

14 m

Int.

This is a documentary drama derived from the actual transcripts of the trial of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the prime force behind the U.S. acquisition of the Atomic bomb. As his own second thoughts surface as to it's ultimate use, Oppenheimer publicly expresses doubts and his professional and personal life are exposed and scrutinized on the world stage.

"Intellectually interesting and astonishingly engrossing theatrically." - N. Y. Post

"An unusually interesting evening in the theatre...a good think drama." -N. Y. Daily News

"Not only stimulating but absorbing, a long-needed play that makes demands on the minds of the audience and rewards them for their efforts." -Wall Street Journal

"Enthralling subjects...stimulating and intellectually engaging evening." -N. Y. Times

FEE: $75 per performance.