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University Players present Peter Shaffer's "Equus"
13. Juni 2023, von JH

Foto: Ole Friedrichs
After producing the celebrated, highly successful, and fully improvised movie night AS YOU WANT IT in January 2023 (to be revived on October 27th and 28th @ DIE MOTTE!) the University Players are back – now with a classic of modern theatre:
EQUUS
By Peter Shaffer, directed by Henny Fleischmann
In English
17-year-old Alan Strang blinds six horses in a fit of religious fervour – or madness? Love? He finds himself in therapy with psychiatrist Dr. Dysart, who is wrestling with his own sense of purpose in the “adjustment business.” Dysart’s attempts to develop a doctor-patient relationship and understand Alan’s actions raise profound questions of sanctity, sexuality, and self. Are we free to choose what makes our lives worth living? Why do we love what we love? What does it mean to be part of the herd?
Based on a true story, Peter Shaffer’s modern classic explores the complex relationships between disease and divinity, devotion and disorder. With elements of physical theatre, choreography and music, this production creates an intense and vibrant live experience. Join the ride through the weeds of culture and condition in this thought-provoking, physical, and energetic performance!
SHOW DATES AND LOCATION
Premiere on 24 June / 25+26 June / 1 July / 3 July / 5-8 July
All shows begin at 7.30 pm
At the Audimax, Von-Melle-Park 4, 20146 Hamburg
TICKETS
Tickets are 12 € (regular), 6 € (reduced) and 5 € (group tickets). The reduced price is offered to school and university students, apprentices or trainees and welfare recipients. They can be bought online (universityplayers.de) or at the box office (opens 7 pm) right before the show. Please be aware that we only accept cash at the box office and do not offer payment by card.