Luma
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The Animals Lawsuit Against Humanity
Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sudhouse DC, 1340 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA, Washington, United States
1 attending
About this event
We propose a staged reading of the thousand-year-old fable The Animals’ Lawsuit Against Humanity. In this remarkable text, a group of animals brings a legal complaint against humanity, arguing that humans have treated them unjustly and must answer for their actions. Through arguments presented before a court, the animals make a case for their rights and moral consideration.
Written centuries before modern animal rights discourse, the work offers a striking early exploration of ethics, power, and humanity’s relationship with the natural world.
The presentation will take the form of a staged reading, with performers seated and reading from scripts. Distinct vocal characterization will differentiate the animals, human representatives, and the judge, allowing the arguments to emerge clearly without the need for elaborate staging.
Possible discussion prompts:
Imagine yourselves as members of the jinn court. How would you advise the King?
If the animals are right, should they be set free to live according to their own nature?
What might the animals’ arguments suggest about how animals are treated today?
Open to genera audience.
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Arts & Culture
Climate
Arts & Culture
Climate
Date & time
Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
America/New_York
Location
Sudhouse DC, 1340 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA, Washington, United States
America/New_York
Attendance
1 going · 1 spots
39 spots remaining
Type
independent
SourceLuma
UpdatedApr 15, 2026