The Day They Kidnapped The Pope by João Bethencourt, is a 2-Act play, directed by Alexandra Sokolowski.
Performance Location: Mike’s Badhuistheater, Amsterdam
Performances Dates
Thursday, June 27th, Doors open at 19:30, Show starts at 20:00
Friday, June 28th, Doors open at 19:30, Show starts at 20:00
Saturday, June 29th, Doors open at 19:30, Show starts at 20:00
Sunday, June 30th, Doors open at 13:30, Show starts at 14:00
Tickets
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Regular price: €20,- (including ticket fee)
Member price*: €16,- (including ticket fee)
Synopsis of the Play
On a visit to New York, the Pope decides to swap his personal limousine for a taxi, without notifying his security detail. This humble decision evolves into an unexpected turn of events. he Pope finds himself hostage in the home of Jewish taxi driver Samuel Leibowitz, demanding a very special ransom: One Day of World Peace. This act has a major impact on the Pope, Samuel, his family and, in fact, the world. Chaos, misunderstandings, wild schemes, and unexpected alliances are played out in this humorous and heartwarming play, filled with witty dialogue, clever plot twists, and a touch of satire and politics.
About the Director
Alexandra has been active in amateur theatre over 15 years, both as actress as well as director. She chose to direct Joao Bethencourt’s play “The Day they Kidnapped the Pope” with InPlayers to explore its very relevant themes. What it would take in our day and time to change the world? What does it take for humanity to join forces, if even for one day? We shall find out!
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Cast & Crew
Cast On Stage
Pope Albert the Fourth: Hans de Visser
Samuel Leibowitz, a New York Uber driver: Andrew Webster
Sara Leibowitz, his wife: Aroosha Zahid
Miriam Leibowitz, their daughter: Ece Ozenir
Irving Leibowitz, their son: Etienne Lalanne
Rabbi Julius Meyer: Dima Zaytsev
Cardinal Edward O’Hara: Ente Breed
Sheriff Schultz: Nirvi Maru
General McHendrick: Bianca Knijn
Reporter, New York One: Gaia Temin
Camera Operator, New York One & Sergeant: Maria Charles
Cast On Film
Lynn Bator, WNYC Anchor: Sandra Regenbogen
Brad Steele, WNYC Anchor: Chris White
Mario Cappetta, US Uno Anchor: Fabio Pelorossi
Translator at the UN: Melanie Zander
Salvatore Mangini: Stefano di Lucente
Crew
Director: Alexandra Sokolowski
Stage Manager: Rae Gerritsen
Set Design: Joanna Theodorou
Props Coordination: Ivana Marques
Film Editing: ESOC Film Academy & Katarzyna Siewarga
Sound & Light: Christopher Grabski
Marketing: Sophia Frayle
Photos: Yara Khalil
Advisor on American Jewish Culture: Lauren Maxwell
Mentor: Christine Blakeley
Backstage Crew: Willem Gerritsen