Feb 20 • 12:56 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

Historical sound journey 'Sõsarkond' premieres in Radio Theater

The Radio Theater in Estonia premieres an artistic audio journey titled 'Sõsarkond' this weekend, exploring the lives of sisters Kristine, Lydia, and Natalie Mei, who were significant figures in Estonian modernism.

The Radio Theater in Estonia is set to premiere a historical audio journey called 'Sõsarkond', which will be broadcasted to listeners via Vikerraadio and Klassikaraadio. This production highlights the unique story of the Mei sisters—Kristine, Lydia, and Natalie—who became prominent in the Estonian art scene in the latter half of the 1910s. Their contributions are celebrated as significant markers in the country's modernism movement.

The audio journey draws from various materials, including the sisters' memories and writings, as well as Kai Stahli's book on the 'unique sisterhood' and Natalie Mei's letters. It aims to provide insights into their lives and the times they inhabited, enriching audiences' understanding of these notable figures in Estonia's cultural history.

The cast includes Emili Rohumaa, Kristina Preimanni, and Hele Palumaa, while the music for the presentation will be performed by Emili Rohumaa and Hele Palumaa on piano. Directed by Anu Lamp, this production promises to bring to life the voices and stories of the Mei sisters, offering a poignant reflection on their legacy in Estonian art and modernism.

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