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Widely considered to be Brecht’s most engaging and humane play, The Caucasian Chalk Circle tells the story of Grusha, who sacrifices her happiness and dignity for the sake of an abandoned child she takes as her own.  Set against the backdrop of a fictional civil war, Brecht’s play tells the gripping story of Grusha, a poor servant girl who rescues and raises an abandoned noble child, Michael, despite the immense personal sacrifices it entails. When the boy's biological mother returns years later to reclaim him, the dispute is brought before the wily and unconventional judge, Azdak. The trial ultimately exposes the corrupt nature of power and affirms the play’s central moral—justice should serve those who care for and nurture life, rather than those who simply claim ownership. The Caucasian Chalk Circle is a thought-provoking parable that explores themes of justice, power, and morality that challenges us to reconsider social and legal systems, making it as relevant today as when it was first performed. 

By Bertold Brecht - Directed by Prof. Wind D. Woods.

Performances: Oct 31, Nov 1, 6, 7, and 8 at 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Saturday matinee shows Nov 1 and 8