The Kalisher Trust presents Sir John Mortimer's 'The Dock Brief'
About this Event
The Kalisher Trust is thrilled to present this courtroom classic starring Martin Shaw and Jason Watkins, and directed by Pip Franks.
Popularised by Peter Sellers and Richard Attenborough in the film ‘Trial and Error’, this two handed comedy follows a struggling barrister who finally receives his career defining case: a strangely cheerful client facing a M**der charge.
Providing the early inspiration for the iconic Rumpole of the Bailey, The Dock Brief was hailed by the Sunday Times as “a perfect jewel of a play”. Join us for a night of theatre that might bear a familiar resemblance to life at the Bar: a mixture of farce and pathos - all in support of the work of the Kalisher Trust in our 30th year.
The Kalisher Trust warmly invites you to an exclusive performance of this superb production, for one night only!
JOIN US:
- 5.30PM Doors open, drinks.
- 6.50 PM A special Kalisher Trust welcome.
- 7.00PM Play (the magic) starts.
- 8.15PM Close, and special Kalisher Trust thank yous
About the Kalisher Trust
We are a small, campaigning charity, determined to deliver diversity within the criminal Bar.
We work with young people who have the talent to make it, but whose personal circumstances hamper progress. The hurdles often include significant poverty and family backgrounds. Many are the first in their family to go to university; many know first hand about immigration, homelessness, and family members in Pr*son. We start with educational outreach at secondary school level and we are still there for those first steps as fledgling barristers.
Work at the criminal Bar is difficult: it is tough, working for some of society's most vulnerable who are caught within the criminal justice systems. We are immensely proud of our work; the criminal Bar has to have the brightest and the best so that it holds up its head and serves the community by reflecting and understanding it.
When that is solid and enduring, the pipeline of talent from the Bar to the Bench ensures a judiciary which embraces the highest standards of impartiality, excellence in Law, and compassion.
Ticket Price: £100
Concession: £50 (Junior Practitioners under 5 years call, Pupils and Students
Support Kalisher and join us for a wonderful evening of Theatre – come prepared to laugh!
On the Night:
Please note that access to Middle Temple Hall will be Pedestrian only via Tudor Street.
Parking is not available, except for disabled parking.
The closest Stations are Blackfriars and City Thameslink, both within a 7 minute walk.
If you need assistance, there will be Pupils at the entrance on Tudor Street to greet and guide you.
We look forward to seeing you!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 54.88 to GBP 109.05
