Epic Economics
Theater Production
Epic Economics
What would you protest about today?
Epic Economics is a theatrical work based on the words of distinguished economists from the 18th century to today, highlighting their contributions and contradictions. The theories are interwoven with stories from the performer’s own personal and professional journey, and peppered with wicked humor and some songs. The show is accompanied by an original soundscape.
How does your breakfast make its way to your table? Why do you have an imported car? Who creates value? Why do we have recessions? What’s more important: growth of the economy or equality? Economics is sometimes revered as a nebulous subject best left to “experts” and sometimes simplified to populist pseudo-science. This play promises to explore the nebulae and expose the pretenders.
“The purpose of studying economics is not to acquire a set of ready-made answers to economic questions, but to learn how to avoid being deceived by economists.” — Joan Robinson
“The only function of economic forecasting is to make astrology look respectable.” — JK Galbraith
Performance Details
| Venue: | Paradise in the Vault (The Annexe) — Venue 29 11 Merchant Street, Edinburgh EH1 2QD Open in Google Maps |
| Dates: | 17–30 August (not 23) |
| Preview: | 17 August |
| Time: | 12:15 (1h) |
| Box Office: | 0131 226 0000 |
| Tickets: | Epic Economics: What would you protest about today? |
| Press Pack: | For further information, our press pack is linked here. |
| Press Photos: | For high-resolution images by Boyana Loizou, please click here. |
have a wee sneak peek 💁🏽♂️
A play written and performed by Dimis Michaelides
Direction and Dramaturgy: Lia Haraki
Sound Design and Music: Elias Vasnic
Photography: Boyana Loizou
Graphic Design: Despina Kannaourou