Faust: Parts I & II

A two part version of Goethe's great work, retaining the mighty scope, linguistic daring and philosophical intricacy of the original. God and Mephistopheles make a bet on who can win the soul of Dr Faust. The good doctor signs a contract that offers him boundless knowledge and sensual gratification ' but on one condition... This version of Faust by Howard Brenton was first performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company at the Swan Theatre, Stratford upon Avon, in 1995. 'Vigorous, colloquial and often very funny' - Guardian 'Witty and actable' - Financial Times 'Full of intellectual swagger, robust humour, driving poetical passion and barefaced cheek' - Sunday Times