Anxiously awaiting the return of his new wife, Adolph finds solace in the words of a stranger. But comfort soon turns to destruction as old wounds are opened, insecurities are laid bare and former debts are settled.
Regarded as Strindberg's most mature work, Creditors is a darkly comic tale of obsession, honour and revenge.
"When this impeccably acted three-character drama has put the last of those minutes to cruel and careful use, you’re likely to feel you’ve had the breath knocked out of you."
Ben Brantley, New York Times
"...this is a fiery revival of a seldom-produced work."
David Sheward, Backstage
Alan Rickman directs the original London cast of Tom Burke, Anna Chancellor and Owen Teale in this darkly comic tale of obsession, honour and revenge.
After a successful run at the Donmar Warehouse, CREDITORS transferred to Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) for one month, from April 16th to May 16th 2010.
