Conscience Call

What happens when cutting-edge research runs into resistance from the people it was meant to help? This collection of plays explore intriguing ethical dilemmas.

Pathways
Urwah Arif
Following the Guidelines
Camilla Thomson
A man with severe clinical depression is offered hope through a revolutionary new treatment. But when he learns of an unexpected personal connection, he’s forced to confront his life choices.  [Content warning: depression, suicide] Tackling thorny issues around the public perception of research, this play sees environmental consultant Marjory conflicted between principles and practicality when she discovers that a new wind farm is set to release more carbon than it saves.