Heist

Three Things to Know

1. Written by Canadian playwright Arun Lakra, Heist is a whip-smart, high-stakes thriller that plays with time, memory, and perception—like Ocean’s Eleven meets Inception.  
2. After premiering in Canada in February 2024, ATC gives Heist its US premiere with a theatre-bending spectacle unlike any production we’ve had on our stages before. 
3. Lakra is also an eye surgeon and screenwriter — his previous play Sequence won numerous awards, including the Betty Mitchell Award for Outstanding New Play.    

Special Dates

US Premiere of Arun Lakara’s Heist to be Presented at Arizona Theatre Company

A pulse-pounding thriller inspired by the best of the genre, Heist pulls audiences into a world of attraction, deception, and betrayal. It’s the story of a meticulously planned jewel theft where every second counts, every team member has a secret, and nothing goes according to plan. As twists unfold and loyalties shift, Heist blurs the line between the player and the played, delivering a theatrical experience filled with tension, style, and wit. Continue reading …

About the Play

The perfect crime requires the perfect team to pull it off. Consider for a moment how you might plan such a job. What kind of crew would you assemble? How would you distract your target? How would you steal what you’re after and make sure no one knew it was you? Very quickly, it becomes clear: the perfect crime isn’t a solo act. You’d need people with different skills, perfect timing, and total trust. And when you’re a team of thieves attempting the impossible, how do you know who you can trust?  Continue reading …