Václav Havels Protest

From celebrated Czech playwright Václav Havel, a key figure in Czech public life for the past half century, comes one of his wittiest one-acts that raises important questions about the role of artists in a political context. Written in 1978, Protest deals with the travails of Havel's alter-ego Ferdinand Vanek. Recently released from jail for anti-government activities, Vanek escaped his hellish office to visit the comfortable, middle-class home of his friend, Stanek. He is hoping to convince Stanek to sign a petition renouncing the regime. In this remarkable work, Havel demonstrates how the restrictions of freedom of speech and thought spread conformity across all members of society while slowly eroding basic humanity.To RSVP, please visit: http://www.usc.edu/webapps/events_calendar/custom/113/index.php?category=Item&item=0.861402&active_category=Upcoming

Location: University Park Campus

Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

Contact: Daria Yudacufski