Books by James Yarker

In the ashes of the burnt out 'Tea or Coffee' room in the Einstein brain library three librarians attempt to afirm their humanity amid rumours that one of their number may be an artificial intelligence. The script for Stan's Cafe's fourth play.

Supported by his band, a newly elected President stages a concert for the party faithful. During this gig his ego grows and mask slips. This playful musical is supplimented by Comfort Hour, its radio accompaniment; faux political monologue Marginal Notes and Come Together putting the politics back in Primal Scream's samples of Rev. Jesse Jackson.

The story of Stan's Cafe's popular installation The Black Maze which was inspired by a fun fair and graduated from art galleries to the back of an old Post Office lorry. Plus, descriptions and photoraphs of all the first twenty two editios of The Steps Series installation.

A Benshi (narrator) stands describing a Japanese silent film. His infatuation with the female lead results in him twisting the narrative to match his own desires until eventually the film fights back. This sophisticated, poetic and playful script is about translation, film stars and 'the gaze'.

This script of Stan's Cafe's interpretation of Götterdämmerung, comprises a series of interlocking timetables specifying movements for each performer over the 255 minute running time. It is a curious puzzle of timing and logistics complete with instructions for the performers, programme notes, produciton photographs and a 'make of' essay.

Essays on the making and touring of this international hit performance installation along with blog posts, letters, emails and photographs. Alongside details of associated politically engaged productions and installations.

Trapped in the top floor of their castle alone together King Canute and Queen Aelthruda face the last few days before the Spring tide must be turned. This touching drama with music is pubished with two short operas: Still and The Voyage and I See With My Eyes Closed for actors and a small orchestra.

Stories of the origins, evolution and rules of two long form improvisation projects from Stan's Cafe. One for the stage and one for real world locations. Complete with production photographs and notes of performance histories.

Scripts for three key plays without words by Stan's Cafe, including original production photographs.