A classic novella, Metamorphosis, turned into a stage play through the medium of physical theatre and dance.
Franz Kafka’s novella (1915) tells the story of salesman Gregor Samsa, who wakes one morning to find himself inexplicably transformed into a huge insect. Directed by Carl knif and dramatised by Christoffer Mellgren, the work focuses on the effects metamorphosis has on family relationships.
Language: Swedish
Duration: 1 h 15 min.
Premiere: 27 January 2016, Svenska Teatern
Working group
Director Carl Knif
Dramaturg Christoffer Mellgren
On stage Patrick Henriksen, Misa Lommi, Niklas Åkerfelt, Simon Häger, Anna Stenberg
Scenographer Erik Salvesen
Costume designer Karoliina Koiso-Kanttila
Hair and make-up Pirjo Ristola
Light designer Tom Laurmaa
Sound designer Janne Hast
★★★★
“Bravo to an original trend-free interpretation of a classic.”
– HS / Raisa Rauhamaa
“Carl Knif is a multi-talent who makes a rare impression on Svenska Teatern.“
– HBL / Isabella Rothberg