Telus Theatre, Chan Centre
May 31 - June 7
written by Andrew Irvine
directed by Joan Bryans

Charlatan or sage? Is Socrates really one of the most ethical figures in the history of western
civilization, an extraordinary man searching for justice, a student of the human condition who will
inspire many of the world’s greatest thinkers throughout the ages? Or is he a fake and a cheat who
deserves to be put to death for his corrupting effect on so many young people, some of whom went
on to betray their country in time of war. How shall we decide?

In this exciting production, in which audience members get to vote as jury members, old questions
and values are given an essentially modern interpretation and dilemmas faced become remarkably telling in this post-911 age.

Socrates on Trial is based on Aristophanes’ bawdy comedy Clouds and several of Plato’s dramatic
dialogues, but given a contemporary and pithy twist by UBC’s Andrew Irvine. Joan Bryans
directs a large cast headed by Paul Toolin, with original music composed by Michael Rummen,
lighting design by Mimi Abrahams, sound by Darren W. Hales, set by John R. Taylor, costumes
by Catherine Carr, and stage management by Laura Moore.

Socrates on Trial is sponsored by the:
University of British Columbia and the Hellenic Canadian Congress of B.C.

Socrates on Trial will run at the Telus Studio Theatre, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts,

Sat. May 31 to Tues. June 3, at 6:30 pm, and Thurs. June 5 to Sat. June 7 at 8:00 pm.

Warning: some lewd and suggestive scenes.

Tickets $18 ($15 for students), are available in person at the Chan Centre Ticket Office or from
Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.ca or 604-280-3311.