Come see the play that has been banned in Zimbabwe (in Vancouver August 8 & 9)!

Super Patrons and Morons is a political satire about a ruling government political party and its despotic leader, and is set in a country suffering from severe food shortages, fuel and food queues coupled with a repressive government infamous for using the state security to silence dissenting voices.

After several performances in Zimbabwe it was banned in that country, but has toured other countries in Africa and throughout Europe. In 2007 it was short-listed for the Amnesty International UK Freedom of Expression Award.

The Vancouver production will be directed by Pasi Gunguwo and features Jean Pierre as the President of the Super Patriots – the ruling party, and Carlos Joe Costa as Bazooka, the president's right hand man. Other cast members include Ezeadi Patrick Onokwulu, Tendai Mpofu, and Ruth Akefa Azu. Executive producer is Don Wright and the associate producer and stage manager is Jenny Craig.

The play runs August 8 and 9 at Frederic Wood Theatre at UBC, 6354 Crescent Road. Showtime: 7:30 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance for general admission, $10 for students, seniors, and underemployed persons, and may be reserved by calling 604-294-5160 or by e-mail to pro@amnesty.ca. Both performances will be followed by a talkback session featuring members of the cast and other guest speakers. Presented by Amnesty International.