Kafka's Doll
Theatre Royal Waterford
Dublin Fringe Festival 2026
The Peacock Theatre
a rare glimpse into the imagination of one of literature’s most influential figures
About the show
Kafka’s Doll offers a rare glimpse into the imagination of one of literature’s most influential figures. Franz Kafka’s experience of humanity was far from joyful. But one day, while consoling a tearful little girl in a Berlin park, he rediscovered a fragile but vital faith in the human spirit. What followed was an extraordinary act of imagination, told through a series of letters.
Brought to life by Theatre Lovett (Best Production Dublin Fringe Festival 2024) and a versatile ensemble cast, Kafka’s Doll invites audiences of all ages on a captivating journey, offering Kafka’s final gift of hope in an uncertain world.
CREATIVE TEAM
Written by Frances Kay
Directors Muireann Ahern, Louis Lovett
Performers Charlotte Cleary, Louis Lovett, Cormac Mohally
Set Design Jamie Vartan
Set Design Assistant Florentina Burcea
Doll Master Alisa Lakimanskaia
Composer and Lyricist Nico Brown
Lighting Design Sarah Jane Shiels
Costume Design Nicole Clifford/ Theatre Lovett
AV Design Cormac O’Connor
Sound Design Carl Kennedy
Recording Musicians The Far Flung Trio
Violin Katherine Hunka
Accordion Dermot Dunne
Double Bass Malachy Robinson
Music Programming and Mixing Carl Kennedy
Producers Muireann Ahern, Aoife O’Beirne
Production Manager Michael-Anthony Greene
Stage Manager Emely Tenhagen
Chief LX Síofra Nic Liam, Jake Lawrence
Set Construction Andrew Clancy
Photographer Marcin Lewandowski
Photographer Alisa Lakimanskaia
Make-up Ciara Little
Funded by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíonn
Supported by Theatre Royal, Waterford
Recommended Age 8+ and Adults of All Ages