POWER GAMES is a comedy-coupe show, conceived as a theatrical series, as a puzzle of stories whose common denominators are power and how status, place in the hierarchy, and power games influence the characters' behavior.
Whether in a police station or in the office of a talent agency manager, or that of a director of a large company, the characters constantly fight for their place at the top of the pyramid and the feeling of omnipotence that comes with occupying this place.
The theme is, therefore, approached within several different stories. The actors go through multiple roles successively, change costumes and step into another universe, reverse relational dynamics, and discover other ways to relate to the main theme.
Through these short theatrical episodes (based on short texts by contemporary American playwrights), the idea is subtly conveyed that, although life is chaotic and often incoherent, there is an underlying red thread that connects everything to everything, like an electrical circuit.
Contemporary short American texts (so-called 10-minute plays) are powerful comedies that distill the chosen situations to convey a message that has the force of a sudden, intense sensation.
Cast: Paul Ipate, Eduard Adam, Delia Riciu, Doina Antohi.
Translation and adaptation, collage and artistic direction: Doina Antohi (known for „Men Who Save Women").
Set design: Mădălina Mihai
Choreography: Ștefan Lupu
DURATION: 1h35min without intermission
Recommended: 14+
