Death and the maiden

JAFEST 2024 – Kaunas, Lithuania.

Já performed Death and the Maiden, an adaptation of Ariel Dorfman’s play, in both Kaunas and Lisbon as part of JAFest 2024. In this play, a couple tries to overcome their traumatic past under a cruel and dictatorial regime. With political reopening, new opportunities arise for both of them. Gerardo will become a member of the new regime’s Truth Commission, but first Paulina threatens to take justice into her own hands.

Adapted and directed by Suresh Nampuri
With Pat Butler, Dan Cotterall and Mick Greer
Music performed by Francisco Zaiden
Photos by Urtė Serapinaitė and Gabrielius Laurinaitis