Truth Gets Put On Trial In Knock And Run Theatre’s The Lifespan Of A Fact
What happens when facts, feelings, and deadlines collide?
Knock And Run Theatre presents the Newcastle premiere of The Lifespan of a Fact – a sharp, fast-paced comedy inspired by a true story that asks whether truth is ever really black and white.
Based on the acclaimed book by celebrated essayist John D’Agata and fact-checker Jim Fingal, the play follows an ambitious young intern tasked with verifying every detail in a high-profile magazine article before publication. What begins as a routine edit quickly spirals into a hilarious and heated battle over accuracy, artistic license, and who gets to decide what the truth really is.
Originally staged on Broadway starring Daniel Radcliffe, Bobby Cannavale and Cherry Jones, The Lifespan Of A Fact finally hits Newcastle stages for the first time this September. Filled with razor-sharp dialogue and escalating tension, The Lifespan Of A Fact explores misinformation, journalism, ego, and storytelling in an era where facts themselves often feel up for debate. Fans of The West Wing, Succession and The Newsroom will love The Lifespan Of A Fact.
Directed by Patrick Campbell, the production features veteran Novocastrian actors James Chapman (School Of Rock: The Musical), Angela Robertson (The Goat Or Who Is Sylvia) and Carl Caulfield (Being Sellers) and promises an energetic theatrical experience packed with wit, urgency, and surprising relevance.
The Lifespan Of A Fact is “Buoyantly literate… You’ll find yourself happy to have your preconceptions disturbed and assumptions unsettled.” says The Washington Post. “Wholly resonant questions [are] wrestled with in this briskly entertaining play.”
Known for producing bold and inventive independent theatre, Knock And Run Theatre continues its commitment to contemporary works that challenge and entertain audiences in equal measure. The Lifespan Of A Fact follows an critically acclaimed production of “I And You” in April staged at The Royal Exchange.
PERFORMANCE DETAILS
The Lifespan Of A Fact
Presented by Knock And Run Theatre
PLAYHOUSE, CIVIC THEATRE
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9th – 7:30pm
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 10th – 7:30pm
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11th – 7:30pm
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12th – 2pm & 7:30pm
Tickets ON SALE NOW: www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au
More info: https://www.knockandruntheatre.com/thelifespanofafact
