A nanny's axe-wielding rampage kicks off a darkly comedic, absurdist musical about a wealthy family's Christmas.
This musical spectacle, based on Aleksandr Vvedensky's absurdist play, plunges audiences into a bizarre pre-holiday world where a nanny's violent act sets off a chain of unexpected events. It's a journey through alogisms, naivety, and horror, infused with a touch of the sacred, challenging perceptions of reality and meaning.
The production, directed by Jonas Vaitkus, uses the "Christmas story" genre to critique Soviet-era ideology, blending traditional Russian Christmas narratives with the New Year's tree tradition. It's a thought-provoking experience that discredits utopian ideals, reflecting on history, culture, and the development of reality through a unique, fragmented lens.