Love fraud and seduction: The Quarrel” conquers the monastery ruins!

Love fraud and seduction: The Quarrel” conquers the monastery ruins!

In the heart of the enchanted Eldena monastery ruins near Greifswald, the Vorpommern Theater is causing a stir. With the production of Pierre Carlet de Marivaux's play "The Controversy" directed by Hannes Hametner, the stage takes a funny and at the same time thoughtful look at the topics of seduction and love fraud. The premiere, which recently took place in front of a full house, invites viewers to examine the question of the nature of infidelity and is therefore a real “participatory theater” that encourages people to think along.

The plot of the play, originally performed in Paris in 1763, revolves around an extraordinary premise. Six children are isolated after birth and only reunited at age 18 to explore the dynamics of infidelity. At the beginning of the performance, the prince takes Hermiane to a secluded place where they meet their peers. The piece combines humorous moments with philosophical elements and not only makes the audience smile, but also stimulates reflection on human nature.

An emotional production

The production does not remain on the surface. With lots of pink and red on the stage, an emotional scenery is created that takes the audience into a colorful and at the same time meaningful world. Musical interludes, including the catchy duet “Let it be love” by Rosenstolz, provide additional accents and further enhance the atmosphere. The actors show a lot of commitment and humor and are encouraged by Hametner to fully exploit their senses and get involved in the game.

The performance not only promises entertainment, but also offers deeper insights into human relationships. The play reflects the central questions of life, especially those that revolve around loyalty and betrayal. The performance lasts almost two hours and contains both nonsense and ironic elements that make the audience laugh and think.

Details about the performance

“The Controversy” will be performed in the Eldena monastery ruins until July 25, 2025, making it an exciting summer hit for all theater lovers. There are a total of twelve performances on the program, and demand is already high. If you want to secure a ticket for this entertaining piece, you should be quick, because the good mood and the captivating plot promise to offer an unforgettable evening.

The question of responsibility for infidelity runs through the entire piece and stimulates discussion. This theme also has historical roots, as Marivaux's works were long forgotten after the French Revolution, but have experienced a remarkable revival since the end of the 19th century. If you would like to find out more about this exciting comedy, you can find out more here or read more details about the performance at kultur-mv.de.

Overall, the production of “The Controversy” shows that it is not just about what happens on stage, but also about what it means in society and within our relationships. A clear message of the evening is: “The world is bigger than you realize.”