This Mortal Life Also

by Nancy Shank

Celebrated theologian and pacifist Dietrich Bonhoeffer is drawn into a web of lies and deceit as a double agent in World War II Germany. He struggles to live with integrity while fighting against National Socialism in a landscape of secrets, broken promises, fierce love, and dangerous alliances. Based on a true story.
Winner of the 2022 Mayor's Arts Award for Outstanding Arts Event.

Celebrated theologian and pacifist Dietrich Bonhoeffer is drawn into a web of lies and deceit as a double agent in World War II Germany. He struggles to live with integrity while fighting against National Socialism in a landscape of secrets, broken promises, fierce love, and dangerous alliances. Based on a true story.
Winner of the 2022 Mayor's Arts Award for Outstanding Arts Event.

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  • Rhiannon Ling: This Mortal Life Also

    A poignant portrait of a complicated man. Set against a backdrop of cruelty and despair, "This Mortal Life Also" provides an exploration of morality, humanity, and identity in the face of deep crisis, all while providing a sense of love, learning, and hope for the future. A wonderful, timely piece.

    A poignant portrait of a complicated man. Set against a backdrop of cruelty and despair, "This Mortal Life Also" provides an exploration of morality, humanity, and identity in the face of deep crisis, all while providing a sense of love, learning, and hope for the future. A wonderful, timely piece.

  • Brigid Amos: This Mortal Life Also

    A fascinating, complex, and intimate portrait of the theologian as he finds himself torn between his devotion to God, country, family, and romantic love. This play is beautifully written, particularly in Bonhoeffer's direct address to God, which allows the audience insight into a great mind and a brave soul.

    A fascinating, complex, and intimate portrait of the theologian as he finds himself torn between his devotion to God, country, family, and romantic love. This play is beautifully written, particularly in Bonhoeffer's direct address to God, which allows the audience insight into a great mind and a brave soul.

  • Angels Theatre Company: This Mortal Life Also

    Produced by Angels Theatre Company, March 2022. World Premiere.

    This Mortal Life Also is an excellent new play about the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. As part of the ATC 21-22 Season, This Mortal Life Also sold out all six performances and engaged audiences throughout our community, sparking discussion and establishing relevance to our own time (particularly with the invasion of Ukraine). It is a timely, relevant, and important work. Highly Recommended. A must read and must see.

    Produced by Angels Theatre Company, March 2022. World Premiere.

    This Mortal Life Also is an excellent new play about the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. As part of the ATC 21-22 Season, This Mortal Life Also sold out all six performances and engaged audiences throughout our community, sparking discussion and establishing relevance to our own time (particularly with the invasion of Ukraine). It is a timely, relevant, and important work. Highly Recommended. A must read and must see.

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Awards

  • Clive Awards
    Fellowship for Performing Arts
    Finalist
    2024
  • Mayor’s Arts Award for Outstanding Arts Event
    Lincoln Arts Council
    Winner
    2022