The Pillowman at The Laboratory Theater of Florida

The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh

Katurian, a fiction writer who specializes in macabre tales involving children, finds himself in a police interrogation room facing two detectives, Tupolski and Ariel. The reason? A string of recent crimes in their authoritarian state mirrors the specific, horrific details found in Katurian’s unpublished stories. As the interrogation unfolds, the play weaves between the stark reality of the prison cell and the dark, fairytale-like enactments of Katurian’s work. Through these narratives, we learn about Katurian’s own traumatic childhood and his fiercely protective relationship with his brother, Michal.

Rated 18+ for mature content, including explicit descriptions of harm to children, simulated violence, and sudden loud gunshots.

Performance dates: Oct. 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24 at 7:30 pm Oct. 11, 17, 18, 25 at 2:00 pm

Special Events: Oct 8 - Half-price Preview at 7:30 pm.