Copenhagen at The Attic Theater

A big thank you to everyone who was able to come see COPENHAGEN at The Attic Theater this year!! It was an incredible experience for me - fun, challenging, and intense. It was a blast to go into such heavy drama in the midst of these years of comedy. Playing Werner Heisenberg was like nothing I'd ever anticipated, after all, none of my acting experiences or even acting classes had ever cast me as anything like an early 20th century nobel prize winning atomic physicist. But I knew it was for me after I'd met director, Lew Hauser. His vision and mine were on track from the very beginning. We wanted Heisenberg to be powerful, dignified, respectful, and, above all, controlled. He was a man under constant surveillance by his own countrymen in the Gestapo, but even more so, under constant scrutiny from his colleagues around the world, and conflicted deeply within himself. In the end, he chose country and perhaps ambition over morality, and many say, in real life, he paid for it until the end of his days.





Joanna Churgin and Jack Winnick were wonderful to work with and amazing performers. Since the run ended, several people have asked if it's going to get produced again at a larger venue. I know I'd love to do it!

Here are some of the reviews we received:

From LA SPALSH MAGAZINE: 

"Lucas is masterful as the now powerful yet conflicted mastermind Heisenberg.."

- ..."Engaging, interesting and intense—what more could you ask for two hours of theatre?  I’ve never been to Copenhagen, but I’m glad I’ve seen Copenhagen. I’d like to see it again." 

From THE TOLUCA TIMES:

"Lucas brings likability to the competitive and arrogant Heisenberg.." 

- "...Thought provoking and intelligent, Copenhagen is biting entertainment." 

From LAist.com:

"While generally known for his comedic ventures, Lucas proves that he is capable of handling a dramatic stage work while rendering key moments full of animated intensity as Werner Heisenberg."

A few snippets from reviews on Goldstar Events (4.3/5 stars):

"Well done. I saw the original version on Broadway with Phillip Bosco and Blair Brown and this version was equally moving. Well acted by all involved. The Attic Theater production resonated even more from a large Broadway stage to a small theater. All the issues dominating the ethics and decisions in our world today are embedded in the story. It is a timeless testament to man's ability to justify scientific advancement at any cost."

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"Drama in its purest form with a fascinating account of history, stupendous performances and powerful direction! I strongly recommend seeing this before it closes!!"

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"Brave and totally involving."

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"Terrific cast and wonderfully directed. Complex material handled with ease. Joanna Churgin, Richard Lucas and Jack Winnick are amazing. I saw the original Broadway version - This is stronger."