I WAS A GERMAN at VAULT Studio

Shortlisted for the LET Award 2022.

“Don’t go home. The Gestapo are in your apartment. They are waiting for you to come back. Do you have your passport?”

When Clare reclaims her grandad Heinz’s German citizenship, 75 years after it was stolen, she uncovers his wild true story.

But he gave it up – is it really hers to take?

Playfully told with bold visuals and original music, I WAS A GERMAN takes a deep dive through displacement, Britishness, and fighting Fascism, whilst never being able to resist a good party

A vivid account of one Jewish refugee trying to find his way home, and his granddaughter trying to find her roots.

The ‘Relaxed Performance’ showings will feature the following adjustments:
– Low level house lights remain on throughout
– Sound effects will be reduced in volume
– Audience can be admitted and readmitted at any time
– Audience can make noise
– Audience can get up and move around during the performance