Wanklank
Musical theatre
Exactly one century ago marks the death of the controversial philosopher Gerard Bolland, the founder of the fascist movement in The Netherlands. When the Second World War broke out, his last speech was even reprinted and redistributed. In 2033, the House of Representatives removed his bust – cancelled, if you will. As he should be. Or should he? Through a cinematic mix of jazz and classical music, WANKLANK explores the mind of this purposefully forgotten philosopher. Because we should try to relate to people we cannot understand. Right? Or should we not even want to understand someone like Gerard Bolland?
Frank Siera – tekst and direction
Camiel Jansen and Oukje den Hollander – composition
Freek den Hartogh, Oukje den Hollander, Camiel Jansen, Tessel Hersbach, Yanna Pelser, Julian Schneemann / Jelle van der Meulen, Jeroen Batterink / Bram Knol – acting and music
Gerko Tempelman – philosophical dramaturgy
Lucas Kramer – scenography
Wout Panis – light design
Anouk van Schie – costumes
Joppe Kos – production
Manon Bek – general management
Nuria Tabak – direction and production assistant