Manchester Jewish Museum

By J.J. Leppink
Chopped Liver and Unions

When

Where

Manchester Jewish Museum's historic synagogue

Fee

£15 Full
£13 MJM Member
£13 Under 30s
FREE Personal Assistant

The World is changed by the women you push too far. This one-woman play brings to light the forgotten story of Sara Wesker, a trade union leader and source of inspiration!

The past is littered with those who shook the world, only to be all but erased from its pages. Chopped Liver and Unions brings one such figure back to life.

Join us on International Workers’ Day to discover the story of Sara Wesker, who led the “singing strikers of 1928,” took to the barricades at Cable Street, and fought for the workers of the East End. A woman of principle, fire, and ferocious conviction. But what did it cost her? And, in the end, did it even matter?

This critically acclaimed, OffFest-nominated play has captivated audiences from New York to Edinburgh. Don’t miss your chance to see it.

A photograph of a middle-aged woman with braided hair. She is wearing a red dress with long sleeves. She is raising her right arm and is shouting.

Lottie Walker in “Chopped Liver and Unions”. Image by Carol Rosegg

By J.J. Leppink
Directed by Laura Killeen
MD James Hall
Performed by Lottie Walker

About Blue Fire Theatre

Blue Fire is an independent, self-funded theatre company telling untold stories and making history relevant and relatable to today’s audience. Our approach includes working with musicians using a cinematic approach to music, whether it be of the period or specially composed music to enhance the theatrical experience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

The age guidance for this performance is 12+.

Doors will be open from 6pm for the performance to begin at 7pm. The play is approximately 60 minutes long.

Our Cafe will be open for food and drinks before the show, from 6pm.

The museum does not have a cloakroom and we are unable to store bags so we would advise not bringing large bags with you when you visit.

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