A woman finds herself on the verge of death when a seemingly endless cascade of questions comes pouring out of her, all directed toward a beloved, coveted and absent Other. With these are memories of a life well lived, of the longing for love and sex, of the faltering of her yearning and the tragedy of death behind it. The woman breaks down into four different facets of her own personality, each depicted by a different performer, representing the various perspectives and viewpoints of one individual. What forms is a web of interconnections between seeing and being seen, touching and being touched, feeling and being felt, understanding and being understood. It is a sensual play about sex, the body, love and death – with a surprising ending. LASH is the first opera by celebrated German-British composer Rebecca Saunders. With it, she is creating a work about the base, existential experiences of the human body that we spend our lives in and with which we experience and comprehend the world around us. The work is based on the strikingly pictorial texts of video artist and writer Ed Atkins.

Lash

Deutsche Oper Berlin

In Édouard Louis’ autobiographical novel “History of Violence,” a chance encounter between Édouard and Reda in Paris quickly escalates from flirtation to a night of intimacy. However, the atmosphere shifts dramatically when Reda reveals a gun and robs Édouard, leading to a violent and traumatic experience. Seeking refuge with his sister Clara, Édouard grapples with the aftermath of the assault, revealing deep-seated societal issues of racism, homophobia, and power dynamics. Through diverse perspectives, including reactions from those around him and professionals like police and medical personnel, the novel uncovers the pervasive nature of these social injustices. Thomas Ostermeier collaborates with Édouard Louis to adapt the novel into a German-language theatrical production, offering a poignant exploration of themes such as coming of age, desire, migration, and systemic violence. “History of Violence” serves not only as a personal narrative but also as a penetrating social commentary, shedding light on the complexities of contemporary society.

Nina Wetzel

Events

Past events

Jun 20 - Jul 18, 2025

Lash · Deutsche Oper Berlin

20 - 22 Mar, 2025

History of Violence · Le Diamant

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