Eric Godber is a decent man plagued by an indecent obsession. As he struggles to confront his inner impulses – shocking as they are to him – a woman fights to free him of them. The action, a battle of wits between a white middle aged professional and a younger black therapist, takes place in a private clinic. To penetrate the walls of resistance that Eric has built around himself, Dr Chase is compelled to push them both to the limit in order to break through: a provocative line of attack that could unleash a violent reaction…
Written by Alex Martinez Directed by Kevin Hely
Private Thoughts is showing from 6-25 April at the Hackney Empire Studio, 7.45pm (25 Apr 7.45 pm & 10pm)
Address: Hackney Empire Studio Theatre, 291 Mare Street, Hackney, London E8 1EJ Box Office: +44 20 8985 2424 Tickets: £12.50 / £10.50 conc and £5 Mondays
Eric Godber is a decent man plagued by an indecent obsession. As he struggles to confront his inner impulses – shocking as they are to him – a woman fights to free him of them. The action, a battle of wits between a white middle aged professional and a younger black therapist, takes place in a private clinic. To penetrate the walls of resistance that Eric has built around himself, Dr Chase is compelled to push them both to the limit in order to break through: a provocative line of attack that could unleash a violent reaction…
