The Invisible Hand
By Ayad Akhtar
Directed by Seth Gordon
2011-2012 Studio Season
The Story
In remote Pakistan, Nick Bright awaits his fate. A highly successful player at a major investment bank, Nick is kidnapped by an Islamic militant group, but with no one negotiating for his release, the prisoner must take matters into his own hands. Full of questionable alliances and moral bargaining, this world premiere is a chilling examination of how far we will go to survive and the consequences of the choices we make.
Creative & Production Staff
Scenic Designer: Scott Neale
Costume Designer: Lou Bird
Lighting Designer: Ann Wrightson
Sound Designer: Rusty Wandall
Stage Manager: Champe Leary
Cast
Ahmed Hassan (Dar)
John Hickok (Nick)
Bhavesh Patel (Bashir)
Michael James Reed (James and the guard)
Additional Credits
This production was the world premiere of The Invisible Hand.
St. Louis Theater Circle Awards
Outstanding New Play