HOLOCAUST BRUNCH
The war is over. Right?
Using comedy and beigels, this funny and brave solo show asks how we can honour the histories we inherit whilst breaking free from them. Bringing to life the true stories of two Holocaust survivors connected to Tamara, the show pries open a communal wound, probing why we remember the Holocaust – and what it might look like to forget.
Supported by Arts Council England, Canada Council for the Arts, British Columbia Arts Council, Battersea Arts Centre, JW3, Camden People’s Theatre and Chutzpah! Festival for the Performing Arts.
Photo: Holly Revell
Trailer: Rosie Powell
Reviewers say
‘It makes us think anew about a topic that no one can afford to forget […] opening up a conversation about what the Holocaust means today.’ –Hackney Citizen
‘A transfixing performance, stunning in its bravery, honesty and clarity, it is guaranteed to stay in the memory of all who watched it.’ –JLIFE
‘A piece of theatre [with] considerable force [...] Micner’s charm conquered all.’ ✡✡✡✡ –Northern Soul
‘Tamara subverts a narrative that depicts Jews as passive victims of the largest genocide in history. With vehemence and fierce humour, she honours her ancestors’ fight for their lives.’ –The Mancunion
‘She was the hostess; this was her brunch; she was warm and charming; and, as we were all friends now, there were a few things she wanted to get off her chest.’ –Number 9 Reviews
Theatres say
‘Holocaust Brunch carefully explored its subject matter in an original, sensitive and thought-provoking way. The show was very relevant to our local audiences and attracted a broad demographic.’ –artsdepot, London
‘Our audience were fully absorbed in Micner’s storytelling and many felt connected to her personal experiences, which were laid bare in exquisitely moving and painfully funny ways.’ –Manchester Jewish Museum
‘The show was thought-provoking, lively and entertaining, filled with life and an opportunity to hear a different part of the Jewish Holocaust story. We had a lively and deep post-show discussion afterwards, and great feedback from an engaged and interested audience.’ –The Place Bedford
Creative Team
Tamara Micner | Writer & Performer
Becky Plotnek | Producer & Production Manager
Yael Roberts | Projection artist
Rachel Mars | Dramaturg
Nick Cassenbaum, Victor Esses, Tom Ross-Williams | Outside eyes
Dinah Mullen | Sound Designer
Alex Fernandes | Lighting Designer
Lauren Dix | Set & Costume Designer
Mikaela Liakata | Video Projection Designer