In Aquila Theatre's thrilling new production of An Enemy of the People, "the strongest man in the world is the man who stands most alone." This exciting drama explores the impact of severe eco-issues on a small town and the consequences to one man of uncovering the truth.
Dr. Stockmann, a trusted physician, makes a shocking discovery. The celebrated town spa, which serves as the major source of local income, is toxic! Tensions flare as Dr. Stockmann is desperate to convince his brother, the town mayor, of this life-threatening health scare. In this gripping tale of one man taking on City Hall, the doctor and 'self-proclaimed genius' must stand up for his passionate beliefs in an effort to save lives.
This influential play, by one of the most important playwrights of all time, has generated many stage and film adaptations including Arthur Miller's 1950 adaptation, An Enemy of the People, and Steven Spielberg's legendary film, Jaws. Inspired by the contemporary relevance of Ibsen's play, Aquila is producing An Enemy of the People as an entirely green production with the smallest possible carbon footprint.
The New York Times describes Aquila as
"a classically trained, modernly hip troupe."
"Nothing short of a Triumph." -The Bermuda Royal Gazette
"Excellent. The most soul-stirring acting performance of this year." -The Bermuda Sun
Directed by Peter Meineck
Lighting Design by Kevin Shaw
Projections by Rufus Lusk
Costumes by Kimberly Pau Donato
Aquila Artistic Director: Peter Meineck
Assistant Artistic Director: Kimberly Donato
Production Manager: Nate Terracio
Technical Direction: Kevin Shaw
An Enemy of the People
Dr. Thomas Stockmann: Damian Davis
Katrine StockmannL: Leandra Ashton
Peter Stockmann: James Lavender
Petra Stockmann: Lauren Davis
Aslaksen: Howard Crossley
Hovstad: Owen Young
Mortine Kiil: Lucy Black
Click here to download the PDF e-Program for An Enemy of the People. This PDF e-Program has been created in support of New York University's sustainability mission and Green Action Plan.
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Performance length: approximately 2 hours plus one intermission
Aquila Theatre Company is internationally known for its productions of classical drama and is the professional company-in-residence at New York University's Center for Ancient Studies.
Photos by Kimberly Pau Donato
