Tag: performance
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Curtain Call on Monsters
Something is seriously wrong in the cultural scene. Examples of abuse of power, ranging from verbal abuse to sexual harassment, bullying and institutional complicity, are the subject of a new play, Nestbeschmutzung, at Vienna’s Kosmos Theater. Produced after a year of research by the Institute for Media, Politics and Theatre (Institut für Medien, Politik und…
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Unreliable Miracles: “Faith Healer”
A powerful new production of Faith Healer is currently captivating audiences at the Theater im Café Prückel in Vienna. The play follows the enigmatic Francis Hardy, who claims to possess the gift of healing, alongside his wife Grace and manager Teddy. The gripping narrative explores the complexities of truth and perception.
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Horses, an Alpine musical
Move over Sound of Music! Saddle up for ‘Horses,’ a provocative musical challenging norms, blending humor, irony, and Austrian idiosyncrasies. The excellent performers find themselves entangled in absurdities, sparking both laughter and reflection. With a diverse musical soundtrack, this unconventional production captivates with its blend of irony and Austrian humor.
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Into the wilds of human nature
“1 vs. Wild – The Apocalypse of Your Dreams” at Vienna’s Kosmos Theater delves into the world of survival reality shows, challenging stereotypes of masculinity and exploring the human desire to push boundaries. Lara Sienczak’s captivating solo performance skillfully portrays the protagonist’s emotional and physical journey, offering an intellectually stimulating and entertaining exploration of personal…
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The battle within
Mike Bartlett’s play “Cock” has made its English debut at The Off Theatre in Vienna´s 7th district, following a successful crowd funding campaign. The play delves into the struggles of defining one’s true identity through the character of John, creating a captivating and thought-provoking experience. With stellar performances and intense emotional storytelling, “Cock” is a…
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All the empty (drama) spaces
Especially in cities, there are often entire streets of abandoned ground floor stores and workshops that have not managed to assert themselves in our online consumer society or against large chains. Spaces that have been empty for years. What happens to such spaces in our cityscape? Well, sometimes drama happens there. In empty ground floor…
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Datafication Narratives
In the age of datafication, our world is increasingly mediated by algorithms and machine learning. These technologies have the power to shape our understanding of the world, but they also raise important questions about the nature of knowledge and truth. One lust run before the WERK X-Petersplatz theater closes for the summer and goes on…
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Bridging art and nature
Vienna, Austria – A new performance event, Ganymed Bridge, takes place in Vienna from May to October 2023. The event is a collaboration between the Kunsthistorisches Museum and the Naturhistorisches Museum. The event features a whole 15 different performances, including music, theater, dance, and spoken word. The performers are drawn from around the world, and…
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No place to hide
As summer takes hold, the WERK X-Petersplatz theater in Vienna debuts its latest production, “Hideaway – Love and Other Radicalities,” in collaboration with the visionary collective Bauer + Baum. It is a story of nostalgia for a long ago past, when we danced to records, allowed our skin to burn to a crisp in the…
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The courage to be wild at heart
The theatre at WERK X-Petersplatz just premiered “Im Herzen der Krähen” (In the hearts of crows) by Kaśka Bryla. I was again invited to photograph the general rehearsal, always a special treat for me to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of a play or performance, allowing me to capture a bit of the…
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