A STRIKING and brilliant new play that deals head on with the contentious subject of terrorism opens at the Salisbury Playhouse on Tuesday.

Talking to Terrorists is a candid account of the reality of terrorism in today's world and has been commissioned by the Royal Court and Out of Joint theatre companies.

The writer, director and actors interviewed people from around the world who have been affected by or involved in terrorism. They wanted to know what makes ordinary people do extreme things, often at a shockingly young age.

Peacemakers, journalists and hostages, significant figures from recent history, and those who have crossed the line tell heir stories taking us from Africa, Israel, Turkey, Iraq and Ireland to the heart of the British Establishment.

This is a slice of enlightening theatre unlike anything that has been done before. Etched in reality, but with a softening underline of humour Talking to Terrorists runs at the Salisbury Playhouse from Tuesday until Saturday.

Tickets from £10. Box office: 01722 320 333.