About the Show
Without us here, though, can you imagine how much worse it would be?
It’s 2024. After years circling the globe delivering aid, Jo has built a career supporting those most in need – a good person doing good things.
But 75 years after her grandfather got the idea of “international development” into President Truman’s inaugural speech, global inequality is worse than ever. Eight billionaires now hold the same wealth as the poorest half of humanity.
And when Jo meets an activist who is fighting with her life for her nation’s future, she can’t shake the feeling that the system she passionately believes in might be part of the problem.
Spanning continents and decades, A Fine Idea travels from post-war idealism to today’s overlapping crises, unpicking the history of aid, power and good intentions.
And confronting the question at the heart of it all:
Do we really want to change things – or do we just like the idea of helping?
A Fine Idea is a response to the bestselling book The Divide by Jason Hickel.
Key Details
Age restriction
This production is recommended for ages 14+.Run time
90 minutesVenue address
Nearest tube station
Nearest train station
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of A Fine Idea?
The runtime for A Fine Idea at Arcola Theatre is 90 minutes.
What theatre is A Fine Idea playing at?
A Fine Idea is playing at Arcola Theatre, the address is 24 Ashwin Street, Dalston, London,E8 3DL.
How to get to A Fine Idea?
The closest tube station to A Fine Idea is Highbury & Islington and the closest train station is Dalston Junction.
When is A Fine Idea is playing until?
A Fine Idea is booking until Saturday, 4 July 2026 at the Arcola Theatre.
What is the age restriction for A Fine Idea?
For A Fine Idea the age recommendation is as follow: This production is recommended for ages 14+. .
How much does tickets for A Fine Idea cost?
Tickets for A Fine Idea start from £19.
Where can I buy tickets for A Fine Idea?
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