The Visit

"The Visit" is a play by Swiss playwright Friedrich Dürrenmatt, first performed in 1956. It tells the story of Claire Zachanassian, a wealthy woman who returns to her impoverished hometown seeking revenge on a former lover, Alfred Ill, who wronged her in their youth. As the townspeople grapple with moral dilemmas, they are tempted by Claire’s offer of wealth in exchange for justice. The play explores themes of morality, greed, and the corrupting influence of money, highlighting how desperation can lead people to forsake their principles for financial gain.