Minority Report
Written by David Haig. Based on the short story by Philip K. Dick. Directed by Max Webster.In 2050, neuroscientist Dame Julia Anderton is about to launch the next phase of her pioneering Pre-Crime programme, detaining people for crimes before they are committed.
But when Julia is accused of pre-murder, she’s in a race against time to save herself from her own system.
This thrilling adaptation of Philip K Dick’s iconic story challenges our beliefs about justice and freewill in a real-time chase through London of the future.
Minority Report sees award-winning director Max Webster reunited with the producers of the globally successful stage version of Life of Pi (‘It will make you believe in theatre. A triumph’ The Sunday Times). This incredible theatrical experience will use innovative technology to create a world at the borders of science fiction and reality.
A Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, Nottingham Playhouse and Birmingham Rep co-production in association with Simon Friend Entertainment by arrangement with Electric Shepherd Productions.
Content warning: This production contains strong language and violence. The script contains references to murder, death, sex and sexual violence. This production contains flashing and strobe lighting, moving video imagery, theatrical smoke/haze, blood and loud and sudden noises including gunshot.
In the Press:
“[When asked to write Minority Report] I thought, this could be very exciting, and is it possible to translate sci-fi onto stage successfully? So I said yes” – listen to writer David Haig’s interview on Times Radio here (from 1 hour 12 mins in).
Spotlight Night: Wed 15 May, 6.30pm
Join us for the Minority Report Spotlight Night on Wed 15 May, with pre-show drinks and food plus a welcome from Lord Ed Vaizey (former Minister of Culture and Technology) and Lyric Trustee Shivani Jaswal, highlighting the importance of AI and this ground-breaking production.
Following a 7.30pm performance of Minority Report, there will be a meet and greet with the cast and further drinks and nibbles.
Tickets for this event cost £70 each (including ticket to Minority Report) – to purchase, navigate to the performance on 15 May, and select the Premium tickets to secure your place.
