The Trial (Berkoff)

The Trial (Berkoff)

The Trial (Berkoff)

Steven Berkoff, Franz Kafka

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The Trial (Berkoff)

The Trial (Berkoff)

Steven Berkoff, Franz Kafka

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Joseph K. has been arrested and is awaiting trial, but he has no idea why. As he attempts to discover what is behind his situation, he sinks deeper and deeper, flailing as he tries to escape. This darkly metaphysical play employs humor and flair, mime and strong acting.

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  • Genre: Adaptation (Literature)

Authors

Steven Berkoff

Steven Berkoff
Steven Berkoff was born in Stepney, London. After studying drama and mime in London and Paris, he entered a series of repertory companies and in 1968 formed the London Theatre Group. His plays and adaptations have been performed in many countries and in many languages. Among ...
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Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka was born in Prague on July 3, 1883, into a middle-class Jewish family. He graduated with a law degree in 1906 from the Charles University of Prague and worked at the WorkersÂ’ Accident Insurance institution until 1922, when he was forced to leave because of his tub ...
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