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In politics, it is not uncommon to see a clear position as more of a fashion accessory. After all, being spineless can help one's career. But, the shamelessness of US politicians in particular is a peculiarity – one that is reluctantly fascinating! Coupled with the image of a strong man and refined with a dash of paraded religiosity, an indecent opportunist becomes a rebellious hero who finally says what everyone is just thinking. Right?
Writer and intellectual Lukas Bärfuss writes a solo play about turncoats for his friend and actor Michael Neuenschwander. It will be premiered at the Schauspielhaus Zürich by director Wojtek Klemm, who sees the theatre as a political place. Wojtek Klemm was born in Poland, grew up in Germany, and lives in Switzerland.
