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An Enemy Of The People
Octagon Theatre Bolton
4/5
A doctor discovers the water supply to a public baths is poisoned. He brings it to the attention of the authorities in order for them to take the necessary steps to rectify the matter. He believes he is a hero. His actions will surely avert a public health disaster.
But he fails to reckon with vested interest. The mayor, a politician after all, needs to consider the bigger picture. He recognises the impact that such a revelation will have on the town’s prosperity. He’s also a businessman and the financial consequences for his rich partners will be significant.
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