„The Bear“ – freely adapted from A. Chekhov

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„Money, hunger, and other difficulties“

The landowner Smirnoff has had a hard life so far, especially when it comes to love.

He sacrificed half his fortune to women. In vain, as he ironically

must conclude that, at best, all women are capable of keeping their canaries

love. When he entered the life of the spirited widow Popova as an uninvited guest

After a few skirmishes, the situation escalates dramatically. Better to shoot than to

Love! seems to be the only possible outcome for both of them in the end.

The Parktheater EDELBRUCH has given Chekhov's one-act play a refreshing new twist. It

explores the battle of the sexes in his comical yet tragic

Moments of slapstick and pointed humor. Pantomimic dream images provide

for atmospheric sequences, because alongside all the madness, there is always the question of how

despite all the clichés and conventions, love still finds a happy ending

could be realized.

Kristin Giertler and Thomas Kornmann are a proven artist duo. Together

They appeared in many roles on stage, including at the Monbijou Theater in Berlin, formerly

„Hexenkessel Hoftheater“ (Witches„ Cauldron Courtyard Theater), and are co-founders of the improvisational theater "Turbine."

William wie die Birne (William Like a Pear). They have been performing together at the Parktheater Edelbruch since 2008.

Director: Annette Gleichmann,

Actors: Kristin Giertler, Thomas Kornmann

Music: Leon Altmann

Set design: Silke Weyer

Costumes: Gesine Finder

Production: Parktheater Edelbruch

Tickets now available from €24.00