Afghanistan is Not Funny by Henry Naylor

Sat 28 Sep 2024

Studio Theatre

Afghanistan is Not Funny by Henry Naylor

Sat 28 Sep 2024

Studio Theatre

Writer and performer Henry Naylor, a white man with stubble is staring at the camera with a serious expression. He wears a tin helmet and a scarf.

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A close-shave with a landmine, menaced by a warlord and abducted by the Mujahideen: this is the extraordinary, true story of a British comedian and photographer in war-torn Afghanistan... 

Performed by Henry Naylor & featuring Sam Maynard’s photography, this docu-play takes us to the start of a modern tragedy. Directed by Martha Lott & Darren Lee Cole, the show comes to artsdepot after smash-hit runs Off-Broadway and Off West-End.

One of the most decorated shows on the International Fringe circuit 2022/3, the show won leading awards at the Hollywood, Adelaide and Edinburgh Fringes – before claiming the prestigious ‘Outstanding Production’ title at the International Fringe Encore Series in New York.

A recipient of 36 five- & four-star professional reviews, it’s one of the most critically-acclaimed fringe shows in recent times… So book early!

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE: Best International Act; Platinum Medal; Best of the Broadwater.
Best International Show – TVO Awards;
ADELAIDE FRINGE: Adelaide Critics Circle Award; Best Theatre Award.
EDFRINGE: Soho Playhouse Medal for Dramatic Excellence.
INTERNATIONAL FRINGE ENCORE SERIES, NEW YORK: Outstanding Production Winner.
THE OFFIES: Nominee, Performance Piece.
BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE’S Pick of 2022.

remarkable …Both personal and political, both intimate and epic, it is full of colourful characters, and it explores essential issues with intelligence and integrity.

The Stage

The final moments of this extraordinary show will linger with you for a long time. Everybody should see this play.

British Theatre Guide

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