Is darkness born in the shadows? And what of evil? Does it, too, creep unnoticed toward people from hidden corners? The ancient Slavs believed that the supernatural being Mora, later known as Můra, was the soul of a deceased person who had not found peace. At night, she would sit on people’s chests, pressing down on them, and thus warn them of impending danger. But those who bring warnings are not usually popular.
Můra is based on the real-life stories of three young people growing up in Czechoslovakia in the 1920s. It was created as a message for everyone who has collaborated with the NIE collective over the past 25 years, as its form and theme reference the ensemble’s first production from 2001, The Long Way Home, which was a dramatization of a short newspaper article. Its goal was to bring to the stage the story of a person living in a time of upheaval. Today is different in many ways, but what has not changed is the company’s storytelling style. In three stories, they emphasize character-driven acting, live music, and a specific brand of humor combined with alienation effects. It is precisely these elements that help them tackle even the most difficult topics.
“NIE will present their latest original project, which—true to its signature approach—once again draws on themes of European history and identity. The production is built on live sharing with the audience and on the encounter of performers from different countries within a shared creative process. NIE has long been dedicated to creating work with and for young people. Its productions communicate complex themes with clarity and sensitivity, while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice. For this reason, it ranks among the leading European theatre companies in this field, and we are delighted to present its work at Regions once again.”
Tomáš Jarkovský, member of the Dramaturgical Board
NOTICE FOR THE AUDIENCE:
Please note that this performance is presented in multiple languages: English, Czech, Norwegian, Icelandic, and German, and is performed without subtitles. The primary narrative is conducted in English. To fully enjoy the experience, please consider your level of proficiency in these languages before attending.
Můra is based on the real-life stories of three young people growing up in Czechoslovakia in the 1920s. It was created as a message for everyone who has collaborated with the NIE collective over the past 25 years, as its form and theme reference the ensemble’s first production from 2001, The Long Way Home, which was a dramatization of a short newspaper article. Its goal was to bring to the stage the story of a person living in a time of upheaval. Today is different in many ways, but what has not changed is the company’s storytelling style. In three stories, they emphasize character-driven acting, live music, and a specific brand of humor combined with alienation effects. It is precisely these elements that help them tackle even the most difficult topics.
“NIE will present their latest original project, which—true to its signature approach—once again draws on themes of European history and identity. The production is built on live sharing with the audience and on the encounter of performers from different countries within a shared creative process. NIE has long been dedicated to creating work with and for young people. Its productions communicate complex themes with clarity and sensitivity, while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice. For this reason, it ranks among the leading European theatre companies in this field, and we are delighted to present its work at Regions once again.”
Tomáš Jarkovský, member of the Dramaturgical Board
NOTICE FOR THE AUDIENCE:
Please note that this performance is presented in multiple languages: English, Czech, Norwegian, Icelandic, and German, and is performed without subtitles. The primary narrative is conducted in English. To fully enjoy the experience, please consider your level of proficiency in these languages before attending.
Authors: Divadlo NIE
Directed by: Kjell Moberg
Assistant Director: Aicha Roubíčková
Music: Anna Moberg, Embla Persdottir
Production: Iva Moberg, Alena Novotná
Cast: Alena Novotná, Audun Brattegard Oseid, Embla Persdottir
Directed by: Kjell Moberg
Assistant Director: Aicha Roubíčková
Music: Anna Moberg, Embla Persdottir
Production: Iva Moberg, Alena Novotná
Cast: Alena Novotná, Audun Brattegard Oseid, Embla Persdottir
