Chimerica
Chimerica by Lucy Kirkwood is a thought-provoking play published by Nick Hern Books in 2013. This second edition spans 135 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical events, juxtaposing the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 with contemporary political tensions in the United States, particularly during the 2012 presidential election.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of international relations and the evolving dynamics between East and West. The story follows Joe, a young American photojournalist, as he grapples with the implications of his past experiences and the mysteries surrounding a figure he captured on film during a pivotal moment in history. Chimerica delves into themes of identity, truth, and the interconnectedness of global events, making it a relevant piece of drama that reflects on the shifting balance of power in the modern world.
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Winner, 2014 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
Winner, 2014 Olivier Award for Best New Play
Winner, 2013 Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Play
Winner, 2014 Critics’ Circle Best New Play Award
A powerful, provocative play about international relations and the shifting balance of power between East and West.
Tiananmen Square, 1989. As tanks roll through Beijing and soldiers hammer on his hotel door, Joe – a young American photojournalist – captures a piece of history.
New York, 2012. Joe is covering a presidential election, marred by debate over cheap labour and the outsourcing of American jobs to Chinese factories. When a cryptic message is left in a Beijing newspaper, Joe is driven to discover the truth behind the unknown hero he captured on film. Who was he? What happened to him? And could he still be alive?
A gripping political examination and an engaging personal drama, Chimerica examines the changing fortunes of two countries whose futures will shape the whole world.
Chimerica premiered at the Almeida Theatre, London, before transferring to the Harold Pinter Theatre in the West End.
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