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The Investigation
Theater of War Productions and the Museum of Jewish Heritage, in partnership with the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, will present readings of scenes Peter Weiss' play The Investigation, a piece of documentary theater adapted from the Frankfurt Auschwitz Trials of 1963-1965. Performed by a diverse cast, including international performers from communities affected by genocide, The Investigation seeks to generate powerful dialogue across cultures and communities about the human capacity for evil, as well as the systems and hierarchies that create the conditions for unthinkable violence.
About the play
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The Investigation by Peter Weiss
The Investigation is a piece of documentary theater adapted from the Frankfurt Auschwitz Trials of 1963-1965.
Cast Members
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Jesse Eisenberg
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Consolee Nishimwe
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Marjolaine Goldsmith
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Chris Henry Coffey
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John Doman
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David Patrick Kelly
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Zach Grenier
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Jennifer Mudge
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Alex Grubbs
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Jumaane Williams
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Kathryn Erbe
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Jacqueline Murekatete
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Josh Hamilton
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