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A broken jug: court day full of intrigue in the Kurhaus!
Production of Kleist's "The Broken Pitcher" on November 6th in Hamm: A sold-out evening full of tragicomic and current topics.
A broken jug: court day full of intrigue in the Kurhaus!
What goes on between the scenes in Cologne's WLT? On Thursday, November 6th, the production of Heinrich von Kleist's comedy “The Broken Jug” will be performed in the Kurhaus at 7:30 p.m. It is an amusing and at the same time depressing reflection on honor, conscience and power, which raises explosive questions for today. What is particularly exciting is that the event is already sold out, which shows how great the interest is in this piece and its contemporary implementation. According to presse-service.de, director Ralf Ebeling is known for his fast-paced and tragicomic productions.
But what exactly is the story about? A court day takes place in the fictional Dutch village of Huisum, set around 1685. Here Ruprecht, the fiancé of Marthe Rull's daughter Eve, is accused of breaking Marthe's valuable jug. Ruprecht himself claims that a burglar came into the house and accidentally knocked over the jug. The village judge Adam, who is not entirely focused on the matter - he has fresh wounds and has lost his wig - is desperately trying to twist the truth so as not to appear corrupt and unqualified. The fact that he himself is involved in the incident creates additional tension.
The social implications
In his work, Kleist deals with topics that are still relevant today, such as “alternative facts” and “fake news”. The confusing situation of the judge, who has to judge an offense that he himself has committed, impressively demonstrates the confusion between right and wrong. The comedy asks the question of integrity within the jurisprudence and reflects historical and social developments that extend to the reform of the administration of justice. Adam is also shown as a character who panics about his own decisions and tries to influence the witnesses.
An interesting aspect is that the jug itself is a central symbol in the piece. It not only represents the loss of Eve's virginity, but also the corruption within the justice system. The previous village judge, Adam, not only has to deal with his own embarrassment, but also faces accusations of hypocrisy as his convictions and position of power waver.
Insights and discussions
Before the premiere, there will be an introductory talk at 6:45 p.m., which offers interested viewers the opportunity to delve deeper into the topic. Questions and thoughts can be shared here while the anticipation of the performance builds.
Remember that tickets for this thrilling production are already gone. Anyone who would still like to find out more about this timeless piece will certainly find a good way to ensure they don't miss future performances at the WLT. Contact for press inquiries about the event can be made via the Office for Culture & Tourism on 02381 17-5555.