Cracked: new light on dementia is an innovative research-based theatre production that raises important questions about the dominant ‘tragic’ ways persons with dementia are understood and treated in our society. Inspired in part by Leonard Cohen’s words in Anthem, the play is intended to inspire alternative ways of seeing persons with dementia as vital human beings with agency and possibility. Filled with poignancy, honesty and humour, Cracked calls each of us to reflect on the role we play in the lives of persons living with dementia.