Author Event with Charlotte Pickering

Kittel: Doktor Faustus of the Third Reich (Unity Theatre)

Friday 16 January

6-7.30pm

Charlotte Pickering has written this play which premieres at the Unity Theatre on 23 and 24 January. This is the true story of Gerhard Kittel, the renowned German theologian who sold his soul to Hitler's loathsome cause. Chilling and timely, this audacious reimagining of the Faust legend illustrates how very easily the public sphere can become contaminated to the point where civility collapses altogether.

Chester born actor and musician John Henry is to star as Gerhard Kittel in the play which is directed by his brother, Christleton High School alumnus Jed Birch. Chester actor Mayuri Kitukale will play Zeller, Gerhard Kittel's lawyer.

The play has been produced by Liverpool production company Heirs of Banquo Productions.

Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, has described the play as 'seriously impressive.'

Please book your free ticket with books on the walls.