'Metamorphosis' - Maat Saxophone Quartet & Diamantfabriek

Metamorphosis
Kafka’s novella transformed into a virtual opera by Nuno Lobo

One morning, after a long, hard-working day, Gregor Samsa is shocked to discover that his body has transformed into something unfamiliar. Feeling increasingly isolated, Gregor fights for his existence.

What if the people around you start seeing you as something disgusting and unwanted, despite all your sacrifices for them?

Metamorphosis is a unique adaptation of Kafka’s classic novella, addressing contemporary themes in the current digital age such as the search for identity, social isolation, and the daily struggle for acceptance. In this virtual opera, three talented creators, composer Nuno Lobo, visual designer Pedro Lobo, and theater maker Sean Hauser, are venturing into new territory, beyond the conventional paths of opera. Four saxophonists, taking on the roles of dramatic characters, replace singers, using solo melodies to portray the dialogues of the narrative in collaboration with their animated alter egos. This gives a distinct voice to the struggles of Gregor Samsa and his family.

Makers
Composition: Nuno Lobo
Libretto: Nuno Lobo & Alessio Meurs
Visual design: Pedro Lobo
Directed by: Sean Hauser & Nuno Lobo
Scenography: Thomas Maas
Light design: Wilfred Loopstra
Maat Saxophone Quartet
Daniel Ferreira (soprano saxophone)
Catarina Gomes (alto saxophone)
Pedro Silva (tenor saxophone)
Mafalda Oliveira (baritone saxophone)

Artistic and business direction
Sylvia Stoetzer, Pedro Silva

Language / Subtitles: English

Metamorphosis is a co-production of Maat Saxophone Quartet and Diamantfabriek - production house for contemporary music theatre

PREMIÈRE
Teijin Auditorium - Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
14.00 (first performance) | 16.00 (second performance)

Enjoy a free visit to the Stedelijk Museum with your ticket!

Special opportunity on July 14th:

• Marina Abramović Exposition: July 14th is the last day to experience the Marina Abramović exhibition. Don't miss this chance to see her work!

To Attend:

1. Save a Time Slot: Visit the following link: Stedelijk Museum Tickets
2. Select Date: Choose July 14th.
3. Choose Your Time Slot: Pick a time either before or after our performance.
4. Select Ticket Type: Choose 'Ander geldig toegangsbewijs.'
5. Pay the Toeslag: There is an additional fee for the Marina Abramović exposition. It’s €5 for students and €10 for a regular ticket.
6. Other expositions: If you have visited Marina's Abramovic's work already, you can still visit the rest of the museum for free.

Other dates:

11.07.24 CC Amstel, Amsterdam
20H30 Try-out | www.ccamstel.nl

29.08.24 Grachtenfestival 2024
Amsterdam, De Roode Bioscoop
15H00 www.grachtenfestival.nl

06.09.24 Gaudeamus Festival 2024
Utrecht, Theater Kikker
www.gaudeamus.nl

07.01.25 De Link
Tilburg, Het Cenakel
20H00 delink.nl

16.03.25 Plein Theater, Amsterdam
www.plein-theater.nl

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Tickets and more info: https://www.maatsaxquartet.com of http://www.diamantfabriek.nl

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