L.A. Theatre Works - Top Secret: The Battle for the Pentagon Papers February 7, 2008

In a democratic society, should a government be allowed to protect secrets in the name of national security if those secrets are used to cover up that government's politically damaging actions? In this riveting historical radio-theater docudrama, L.A. Theatre Works brings to life the turbulent days surrounding The Washington Post's struggle with the decision to publish the classified study documenting U.S. involvement in Vietnam, and the subsequent trial — arguably the most important Supreme Court case ever on freedom of the press.

Playwright Geoffrey Cowan and members of the Pentagon Papers cast will conduct a talkback immediately following the performance on February 7.

$40 / $7 student

Official Website: http://claricesmithcenter.umd.edu/2007/c/performances/performance?rowid=5448