"A top-notch theater evening that will resonate for a long time." (Theaterkrant)
"Anyone who wants to understand the current social and political conditions in the US, in Europe, in the whole world should see this piece. You experience a top-notch theater evening that will resonate for a long time", wrote the Theaterkrant after seeing 'ALKIBIADES'. From all sides, a veritable shower of praise descended on actress Sofie Decleir, who in this far-reaching adaptation of Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer's novel of the same name embodies Greece's most controversial politician ever.
Alcibiades proved unable to choose between his boundless self-love and the interests of his people, and Greek democracy perished with him. At the same time, his story holds up a confronting mirror to us. Are we aware of the fragility of our democracies? Can a democracy function if we no longer trust each other? Is the people themselves capable of knowing what is good for them?
Koen van Kaam and Jorgen Cassier offer a gripping staging that provides insight into a system reaching its limits. "A skillfully understated character study and a compelling deconstruction of power and democracy." (de Volkskrant ★★★★)
Note: this production uses strobe lighting.
Website: Zuidpool
Credits
Text and direction: Koen van Kaam, an adaptation of the book of the same name by Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer Performance: Sofie Decleir and Mona Lahousse Musical direction and performance: Jorgen Cassier Costume design: Thomas van Imschoot and Sam de Mol Dramaturgy: Lore Meesters Lighting design: Mark Van Denesse Sound design: Daniël Stevens Video manipulation: Jan Snoekx
