A musical political tragicomedy that reflects today's political, social, and mental tensions.
Agnius Jankevičius's interpretation of Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" is not a historical stylization but a contemporary reflection on power structures, societal polarization, and the collision of the powerful and the outcast. The play delves into themes of division and explores how power dynamics affect us, with clear references to current political landscapes. It's a social, uncomfortable, and counter-current piece that strikes at painful societal points.
The director emphasizes that individuals no longer feel complete on their own, only finding fulfillment through connection, confrontation, or taking from others. The characters, whether political elites, common people, or those seeking change, are all on a journey marked by division and a search for something more. Music plays a significant role, making it a musical political tragicomedy.