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Little Eagles by Rona Munro, directed by Roxana Silbert

16 April – 7 May 2011

Hampstead Theatre

Written from a wholly new angle, the play reveals how Sergei Korolyov, chief designer and unsung hero of the Soviet space programme, struggled to meet the military demands of his ruthless political masters, Khrushchev and Brezhnev, whilst devoting as much time as possible to the space programme. Directed by RSC Associate Director Roxana Silbert, the play shows how he was forced to risk the lives of his pilots, his beloved ‘little eagles’, including Gagarin. It presents a riveting portrait of a flawed genius, and in doing so brings this fascinating and little-known story vividly to life.

Rona Munro has written extensively for stage, film, radio and television including Iron (Traverse Theatre Edinburgh and Royal Court), The Last Witch (Edinburgh International Festival) and Ladybird Ladybird directed by Ken Loach.

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To book tickets visit www.hampsteadtheatre.com