'Johann’s super-sized rabbits are his pride and joy. Much to his surprise, the Supreme Leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea has taken a special interest, and will stop at nothing to get his hands on them. When a bungled undercover rescue mission transports Johann to North Korea, he finds himself, and the bunnies he betrayed, in a bit of a stew.
'Preposterously based on a true story, A Rabbit for Kim Jong-il is a cunning comic thriller spanning two continents. Crammed with secret agents, espionage, double-crossings and a giant rabbit named Felix, the play is also a pointed parable about betrayal and forgiveness, greed and regret.
'A Rabbit for Kim Jong-il was lovingly raised by playwright Kit Brookman and will be set free on stage by Lee Lewis.' (Publication summary)
Co-commissioned by Playwriting Australia and Griffin Theatre Company with the support of the Robertson Family Foundation. Performed 9 October - 21 November 2015
Director: Lee Lewis.
Designer: Elizabeth Gadsby.
Lighting Designer: Luiz Pampolha.
Sound Designer: Steve Francis.
Stage Manager: Charlotte Barrett.
Cast: Kate Box, Kit Brookman, Kaeng Chan, Steve Rodgers, and Mémé Thorne.
