About Franz & Marie

Franz & Marie at The Arches, London is a stage adaptation of Georg Büchner’s Woyzeck, set in the twisted world of late 19th century European folklore. After action on the front line, a platoon of young soldiers has been stationed in an isolated outpost for months awaiting further orders. At the centre is Franz Woyzeck, a man haunted by nightmares and fire-in-the-sky hallucinations that blur the line between reality and trauma.

Franz lives for his girlfriend Marie and their baby, Georgie. Forbidden from taking leave during the war, they have not been able to marry, but his devotion to them is absolute. The story follows a soldier trying to protect the people he loves while enduring the effects of war and isolation.

Originally commissioned two decades ago by the award-winning Korean company Acom, Franz & Marie has been reimagined from an earlier Singing Loins show with a 14-strong cast of actor-musicians. It was created by key members of the Kentish underground cult band, The Singing Loins.

Key facts: Directed by Michael Oakley, the stage adaptation is by Teresa Howard based on the book and lyrics by Chris Broderick, with music by Rob Shepherd and Chris Broderick, and arrangements, orchestrations and additional music by Steven Edis.

Before you book

This production is suitable for ages 12 and over. There are no exchanges or refunds after purchase.

Venue

The Arches, London.

Box office and access enquiries: boxoffice@charingcrosstheatre.co.uk / 0207 925 8040.

Description supplied by the event organiser.