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Theatre
Amnesty loves the theatre. Which is why we run two programmes that celebrate and champion plays that engage people with human rights.
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Scorched
We were thrilled to be involved with this play by Wajdi Mouawad, which highlights the impact of conflict on women, including the use of rape as a weapon of war. There was a a special fundraising evening at the Old Vic Tunnels on 29 September. Find out more
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Aftermath
Aftermath highlights Amnesty's work campaigning for a fair and effective asylum system and was performed at the Old Vic, London in July 2010. The production is now on an international tour of Europe, USA and Australia. Find out more
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Ruined
We were delighted to work in partnership with the Almeida Theatre on their production of the 2009 Pulitzer Prize winning Ruined. The play, which ran from 15 April - 5 June 2010, is set in war-torn DRC and explores the impact of conflict on women. Find out more
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Everyone has the right
Everyone has the right is a free script submission service for plays with human rights stories at their heart. All plays will receive feedback and the most exciting work will be considered for full production. Find out more
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The Container play
The Container play sold out at the Young Vic in Summer 2009. It provided a vivid insight into the experience asylum seekers must endure to reach Britain. Watch our interviews with the director, cast and audience
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Freedom of Expression Award
The Freedom of Expression Award honours productions at the Edinburgh Festival which combine excellent artistic merit with building understanding and engagement with human rights. Find out more
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