Jackals
Set on a sunny day in Vienna, Jackals is a gripping, contemporary reimagining of the astounding real-life scandal between Emma Eckstein and a young Sigmund Freud, don't miss it at Paisley Arts Centre!
About Jackals
| 22nd Apr 2026 to 23rd Apr 2026 | |
| 7.30pm | |
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Paisley Arts Centre Paisley Arts Centre New Street, Paisley PA1 1EZ |
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| £17 / Concession £14 | |
| Visit the event website here |
A HISSYFIT and Scissor Kick production, written by Becca Dunn and Claire Macallister
On a sunny afternoon in Vienna, Emma Eckstein went to see a doctor. You won’t have heard of her. But the doctor’s name was Sigmund Freud.
Based on astounding true events, Jackals is a contemporary retelling of the bewildering professional relationship between a young, ambitious woman and her fledgling doctor with a point to prove. In paying our respects to a woman sacrificed at the altar of male genius, Jackals vividly reimagines the most chilling scandal in the history of psychoanalysis.
Age 14+
Trigger warnings: Contains references to medical malpractice, masturbation, violence, blood, drug use, and strong language.
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