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A powerful story of propaganda and the fight for survival.
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About Canned Goods

“If you tell a big enough lie and tell it frequently enough – it will be believed.”

It’s 1939. On the border between Germany and Poland, the shadow of fascism is inching closer. Hitler has a plan: stage a violent Polish attack on a German-speaking radio station, and use the attack to justify a Nazi invasion. But how do you pull off an act of deception designed to keep the UK from entering into a World War?

German farmer Franciszek Honiok finds himself arrested and imprisoned in a jail cell on the border. Alongside him are two prisoners from Dachau: a Jewish philosopher and a German janitor. As the mission looms closer and tensions build, the three men must wrestle with an impossible unknown. Can they survive a plan much bigger than themselves? And are they the ‘canned goods’ their captors keep discussing?

Making its London premiere after several critically acclaimed US runs, Canned Goods tells the gripping true story of a little-known – but pivotal – moment in history. Still relevant today, Erik Kahn’s edge-of-your seat thriller explores the knife edge of propaganda, ‘fake news’ and how those in power bend the truth for their own agenda.

Run time

1hr 30min. No interval.

Categories

Plays, Off West End

Age

Ages 14+.

Start date

16th January, 2025

End date

8th February, 2025

Canned Goods cast and creative team

By: Erik Kahn
Director: Charlotte Cohn
Cast list: Charlie Archer, Joe Mallalieu, Danny Mellor, Dan Parr, Rowan Polonski, Tom Wells

Venue

77-85 Newington Causeway, London, United Kingdom, SE1 6BD

Directions

Station: London Bridge
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Bus numbers: Inner London Crown Court (Stop B): 35, 133, 343, 344
Directions from tube: Borough: Exit & turn right towards Newington Causeway. Located just before the railway bridge. Elephant & Castle: Exit via South Bank University Exit & turn left, head up Newington Causeway.

Frequently asked questions

What is Canned Goods about?

It’s 1939. On the border between Germany and Poland, the shadow of fascism is inching closer. Hitler has a plan: stage a violent Polish attack on a German-speaking radio station, and use the attack to justify a Nazi invasion. But how do you pull off an act of deception designed to keep the UK from entering into a World War?

What is the running time of Canned Goods?

Canned Goods runs for 1hr 30min. No interval.

Which theatre is Canned Goods at?

Canned Goods is at London's Southwark Playhouse Borough, which is located at 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD.

How much are tickets for Canned Goods?

Canned Goods tickets start at £19.

What is the age recommendation for Canned Goods?

Ages 14+.

How do you get tickets for Canned Goods?

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