Feb 26 • 16:59 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

The premiere of a performance at Tartu Uues Teater that the audience cannot see

A new immersive performance at Tartu Uues Teater invites audiences to experience the story of a hero without the use of sight, requiring them to wear blindfolds.

A unique performance titled 'The Thousand-Faced Hero' premiered at Tartu Uues Teater, challenging traditional theatrical conventions by engaging the audience's other senses while excluding sight. Attendees are required to wear blindfolds, enabling them to hear the story and physically move within the space. This innovative approach allows patrons to become part of the narrative, overcoming obstacles alongside the hero character as they journey through the narrative, guided by actors and facilitators.

The concept behind the performance is inspired by Joseph Campbell's 'The Hero with a Thousand Faces', which explores the universal elements of storytelling. According to the creators, the performance is structured in chapters, mirroring classic narratives such as 'Little Red Riding Hood' and 'Truth and Justice', producing an experience that, while shared, remains individual for each audience member. The limitations imposed by the blindfold challenge participants to engage more deeply with their own interpretations and sensations.

This groundbreaking method of storytelling not only highlights the potential of theater to transcend visual representation but also redefines audience participation in the arts. By fostering an environment where movement and engagement are encouraged, the performance seeks to evoke empathy and an enriched understanding of heroism, making it a potentially transformative experience in the landscape of modern theater in Estonia.

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