Political comedy is a theatrical genre that combines elements of comedy and satire to explore and critique political systems, institutions, and figures. It uses humor and wit to comment on current political events, social issues, and power dynamics. Political comedy often employs caricatures of politicians and exaggerated situations to highlight the absurdities and contradictions of politics. It can provide a satirical lens through which societal and political issues are examined, offering a humorous critique of the political landscape. The genre aims to entertain and engage audiences while provoking thought and reflection on the complexities of politics and governance.
These plays can also fit into the genre known as ‘Comedy of ideas’, which delves into and satirizes intellectual or philosophical concepts through humor. In this genre, humor typically arises from characters embodying various intellectual positions or beliefs engaging in witty dialogue, debate, and repartee. While these plays tackle weighty subjects like politics, morality, religion, and society, they do so in a light-hearted and entertaining manner.
A CEO invites a minister to dinner with the aim of getting him to sign a large contract, and hires an escort to help seal the deal. But the escort in question is filling in for a friend who led her to believe it was just a well-paid catering job. She expects to be handing out appetizers, only to find out she’s on the menu. Naturally, nothing will go according to plan …
Politics often resembles a ruthless game of chess, devoid of moral considerations. Whether playing as the white or black pieces, the ultimate goal for each side is to conquer and eliminate the other, leaving only a solitary king on the board. This absurd game concludes with the opponent's defeat, bringing the entire game to an end, only to set the stage for a potential rematch. Such is the theme explored in this dark comedy, where the king, queen, and their conniving contenders spare no pawns in their quest for victory. It serves as a tragicomic portrayal of the excesses that those infected with the political virus can indulge in...
An actor ‘in between jobs’ finds work at a bank on the verge of bankruptcy, only to discover he is to be, quite literally, a scapegoat. But the nightmare is only beginning …
As the presidential election approaches, a party plummeting in the polls selects a designated fool to represent them, taking on the responsibility for the impending disaster. Simultaneously, they secretly promote an outsider candidate for their supporters to rally behind after their victory. However, the fool turns out to be unpredictable… and so do the voters.
Six mysterious characters are stranded on an island due to a ferry strike. They all have a good reason to want to return to the mainland as soon as possible. They board a fishing boat operated by an improvised smuggler. But the price to pay for this crossing will be higher than expected… A humorous fable about the flaws of our society.
In a country under the grip of a tyrant, as dissent simmers and repression rages, a doctor and a priest clash over whether the sacred duty of their respective roles outweighs that of the citizens they both are. The stakes are nothing short of the life or death of the dictator and consequently the survival of the regime or hastening its downfall...