De seizoenen

Scottish author Ali Smith set out in 2016 to write four books about the changing climate. But as she began, the Brexit referendum turned her country upside down. Instead, she wrote four sharp, poetic novels about the political and social upheavals of the time—fake news, climate change, the refugee crisis, COVID-19, Trump. Amidst all this chaos, she finds hope in intimate stories, art, nature, and activism. We follow seventeen unconventional characters who meet in the most unexpected ways, form deep friendships, and change each other’s lives forever. De Seizoenen is a dizzying theatrical journey filled with heartwarming friendships, vivid nature imagery, forgotten artists, and inspiring resistance.

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All-inclusive theater experience with seasonal dishes
For seven hours, you’ll be completely taken care of as you immerse yourself in De Seizoenen. The afternoon begins with Herfst, followed by a break with a warm seasonal soup. Next comes Winter, after which you’ll enjoy a fresh, flavorful meal perfectly suited to Lente. After dinner, you’ll experience the final two chapters: Lente and Zomer.

Allergies
Vegetarian and vegan options are available for all dishes. The meals are free from lactose, eggs, nuts, and shellfish. Do you have another food allergy? Let us know at allergie@hnt.nl, and please include your name, the city, and the date of the performance.

based on the books Herfst, Winter, Lente en Zomer by Ali Smith

translation Karina van Santen and Martine Vosmaer
editing and directing Eric de Vroedt
cast Mariana Aparicio, Nur Dabagh, Hein van der Heijden, Antoinette Jelgersma, Esther Scheldwacht, Betty Schuurman, Joris Smit, June Yanez

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scenography and lighting design Julian Maiwald
music Florentijn Boddendijk and Remco de Jong
costumes Lotte Goos
video design Lennert Esser
dramaturgy Willemijn Barelds, Remco van Rijn
directing assistance Chyramain van Kempen
context program Laura van Zuijlen