A new play inspired by true events has premiered at the National Theatre of Iceland in Reykjavík. The production, titled Högg, tells the story of a father who reconciled with the man who killed his son with a single punch. The opening night took place on a Friday before the weekend, though the specific date has not been disclosed. The story was first reported by DV and covered by RÚV.
Magnús Geir Þórðarson, artistic director of the National Theatre, directed Högg and shared that he experienced strong emotions after the premiere. The play re-enacts the real-life tragedy of a young man killed by a head blow and the subsequent journey toward forgiveness between his father and the killer. Details such as the names of those involved have not been made public.
Background
The National Theatre of Iceland is the country’s principal stage, located in Reykjavík. Opened in 1950 and designed by Guðjón Samúelsson, the theatre is directed by Magnús Geir Þórðarson and maintains a permanent ensemble of actors along with in-house production departments.
Sources
Links: vef Þjóðleikhússins
- DV (first reported) in Icelandic
- RÚV in Icelandic
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