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Vienna Festival: All About Earthquakes” – love in the earthquake frenzy!
Experience “All About Earthquakes” at the Vienna Festival with director Christopher Rüping. Performances from May 25th to 27th, 2023.
Vienna Festival: All About Earthquakes” – love in the earthquake frenzy!
The cultural event “All About Earthquakes” premiered on May 25, 2025 at the Vienna Festival Weeks. The production, directed by Christopher Rüping, one of the most important directors of his generation, addresses the tension between love and political conflicts in an unusual way. Rau, who organizes the festival, sees the platform as a forum for current discourse issues and plays with humorous elements.
The production is a co-production with the Schauspielhaus Bochum and brings together a diverse ensemble of 13 actors and one musician. The main actors include the experienced Elsie de Brauw and the 24-year-old Moses Leo, whose different backgrounds in skin color and age enrich the plot and stimulate a dialogue about social norms.
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The performance begins with an entertaining memory of an earthquake, narrated by a Cypriot actress. The piece also references the novella “The Earthquake in Chili” by Heinrich von Kleist, which tells of a historic earthquake in Santiago de Chile in 1647. This literary allusion initiates a deeper examination of the question of non-hierarchical work in groups.
A central theory lesson integrated into the production highlights the concept of love as a political strategy. The plot then changes from humorous scenes to a dark, dark interlude where the utopia of love ends in a bloodbath in the 17th century. This shows how closely love and violence can be intertwined and encourages viewers to think about the current challenges facing our society.
Cast and creative team
The ensemble is made up of talented performers including:
- Elsie de Brauw
- Danai Chatzipetrou
- William Cooper
- Martin Horn
- Stacyian Jackson
- Risto Kübar
- Ole Lagerpusch
- Moses Leo
- Benjamin Lillie
- Abenaa Prempeh
- Matze Pröllochs
- Damian Rebgetz
- Nina Steils
- Romy Vreden
The creative direction lies with Jonathan Mertz (stage), Lene Schwind (costume) and the musical accompaniment by Jonas Holle and Matze Pröllochs. Dramaturgy and directing assistance are also provided by a well-rehearsed team, making the performance a comprehensive experience.
Further performances are planned from May 25th to 27th, 2023. With this production, the Wiener Festwochen not only wants to entertain, but also provide food for thought and stimulate discussion - an approach that emphasizes the relevance of art in today's world.
Parallel to the production, a variety of events take place in Frankfurt, ranging from concerts to cultural festivals and local markets, highlighting the city's rich arts and culture scene. Visitors can make new discoveries there every day and choose from a comprehensive range of events that has something for every taste. With its traditional markets and innovative theater productions, Frankfurt offers an attractive alternative to the Vienna Festival.
For more information about “All About Earthquakes” and other events, please visit the Wiener Festwochen websites and Visit Frankfurt for comprehensive event offerings.