In Dialogue With Society by Jörgen Dahlqvist

This doctoral project explores how different modes of representation in theatre can address the challenges to democracy through theatre performances. Through a combination of artistic narrative and performative analysis, the conceptualization, dramaturgy, staging and meaning making is presented. An existential, sociological, and cognitive understanding of narrative – where the blending of factual and fictional materials, the narration of a manifold of voices and audience participation has been in focus – have contributed to the ambition to engage with society through theatre. In addition, dialogical models used in the performances, such as conversation, perspective-taking, and invitation for self-reflection, are presented and discussed.

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Ibsendekonstruktion II: Brand

Ibsendekonstruktion II: Brand is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's play Brand, written more than a hundred years ago. The play is about how ideals can either strengthen people or alienate them from others. It is also a story about how vulnerable people want strong leaders with simple messages in order to feel secure in their lives.

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Ibsendekonstruktion II Brand

By Jörgen Dahlqvist

Excerpt from Ibsendekonstruktion II: Brand

Photo: Jörgen Dahlqvist

Concept:

Jörgen Dahlqvist

Text, direction, Scenography:

Jörgen Dahlqvist

Light Design:
Thomas Dotzler

Costume Design:

Eva Hedblom and Ranin Souliman

Make Up Design:

Sandra Haraldsen

Actors:

Lydia Ahlsen, Markus Berg, Mira af Ugglas, Pascalle Arias Basualto, Adam Kais, Adam Dahlström, Matilda Esselius, Nathaniel Hagos, Erik Lundholm, Dodona Imeri and Filip Mrdjen

Ibsendekonstruktion II: Brand premiered at Malmö Theatre Academy in 2023

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