Kafka's Dick

Tedious Kafka aficionado Sydney and his frustrated wife Linda are visited by a reincarnated Franz Kafka and his friend Max Brod.  Brod has disobeyed Kafka’s instruction to destroy his works after his death, but Kafka's wish for anonymity is due to a very embarrassing personal shortcoming. This surreal play includes a supernatural tortoise, hidden quiche and a finale set in Heaven.

First performed at the Royal Court Theatre in 1986, Bennett’s play explores the very relevant themes of fame and the value of reputation.