| The Empire | |
|---|---|
| Written by | DC Moore |
| Characters | Gary, British Lance Corporal Hafizullah, ANA soldier Zia, a prisoner Simon, British captain Jalander, ANA soldier |
| Date premiered | 31 March 2010 |
| Place premiered | Jerwood Theatre Upstairs, Royal Court Theatre, London |
| Subject | The War in Afghanistan |
| Genre | Drama |
| Setting | Helmand Province, Afghanistan, summer 2006 |
The Empire is a 2010 play by British playwright DC Moore set during the War in Afghanistan. It was first staged at the Royal Court Theatre in London directed by Mike Bradwell. The production was critically acclaimed. It won the 2010 TMA Award for best touring production and was nominated for a 2010 Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Affiliated Theatre.