Fear and Misery in the Third Reich by Bertolt Brecht

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Fear and Misery in the Third Reich by Bertolt Brecht

TheaterSaturday, April 25, 2026· 11:00 PM· $6
Kennedy Theatre, 1770 E West Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96822
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Late Night Theatre Company Presents Fear and Misery in the Third Reich by Bertolt Brecht Directed by MFA candidate Ed Refuerzo April 25-May 2, 2026 A Late Night Theatre Company Production Fear and Misery in the Third Reich follows the lives of everyday citizens during Hitler’s rise to power. Through a series of interconnected playlets, this show dramatizes the erosion of ordinary life under Nazi rule and illustrates how a pervasive atmosphere of suspicion and anxiety can infiltrate households and fracture community bonds. Although this anti-Nazi play is over 90 years old, Bertolt Brecht’s warnings are more urgent than ever, as it serves as both a historical record of totalitarianism and a call for collective resistance against the normalization of violence and cruelty. Content Advisories: This production contains depictions of life under a totalitarian regime, including antisemitism, staged violence, loud gunshot sounds, and intense psychological distress. Recommended for mature audiences, viewer discretion is advised. Presented with the cooperation of the Heirs of Bertolt Brecht. Late Night Theatre Company strives to create relevant and innovative performance art-making that dismantles oppression, fosters skills in a pre-professional environment, and empowers our local, national, and global communities. Late Night productions are by, for, and about UHM students. Please note that tickets to all Late Night Theatre Company performances will only be available at the Kennedy Theatre Box Office starting one hour before each performance.

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