Adapted from Ken Kesey’s novel, the play centres on the convict McMurphy, who simulates mental illness in the hope that a transfer to a psychiatric hospital might ensure an early release. But McMurphy hasn’t bargained for the rigid regimen of Nurse Ratched, who dislikes their disruptive — though McMurphy’d say liberating — effect on the ward. The play shows how one person’s struggle against a ruthless system can grow into a powerful indictment of authority and conformism.
About the Director: Nina has directed many plays for the InPlayers: Mother Goose, Amadeus, The Real Inspector Hound, Arsenic and Old Lace, Clockwork Orange and The Elephant man.
Dates:
Thursday, October 29, 2026; 7.30pm
Friday, October 30, 2026; 7.30pm
Saturday, October 31, 2026; 7.30pm
Sunday, November 1, 2026; 2.30pm
Organizer
“The InPlayers are a passionate group of individuals from all over the world – a melting pot of creative minds. We vary in age, level of experience, mind-set and of course opinion. Add this to the dramatic and emotional theatre environment, and you get an explosive mix of free spirits, strong personalities, fierce ambitions, creative expression and powerful energy. We are proudly Amsterdam’s oldest English language theatre group.
All performances and activities are on a voluntary basis in this amateur group. We explore as many aspects of theatre as we can: from full staged productions of plays and musicals, to staged readings, cold readings and workshops. We provide a safe environment for people to develop their theatrical skills and interests. Any member may propose a production, workshop, reading, etc., to the committee, and we’ll do our best to work it into the schedule and support the process.”
Venue
The very cosy Polanentheater exudes a warm and intimate atmosphere.
The theater is located in the Spaarndammerbuurt in Amsterdam and is a household name in the theater and music world. An excellent place to perform performances or to prepare, assemble, rehearse and edit a production in peace and quiet.
