This was the world premiere production. The play is published by Talon Books.

Diplomacy delves into the heart of the most fractious debate facing the country: Are we a nation of peacekeepers or a nation of warriors? Is there a middle ground? International politics infuse the personal politics between four Canadians whose lives were defined by the Vietnam War and now struggle to position themselves in the present.

Photos by Tim Matheson (click an image for full size)

Critical Response

In a handsome production by Western Theatre Conspiracy, Diplomacy unfolds as a nuanced back-and-forth debate about Canada’s military role in Afghanistan.

– Peter Birnie, Vancouver Sun

A well-argued blast of political outrage.

– The Globe & Mail

Artistic and Production Personnel

• Directed by Richard Wolfe
• Starring: Keith Martin Gordey, Khaira Ledeyo and John Innes
• Set Design by David Roberts
• Lighting Design by Alan Brodie
• Costume Design by Sheila White
• Sound Design by Chris Hind
• Videography by Flick Harrison
• Stage Management by David (DK) Kerr

2006