LIVENAME: Theater play is exploring queer identities in the future

LIVENAME: Theater play is exploring queer identities in the future

in the heart of Kaiserslautern, more precisely in the Georg-Michael Pfaff-Hall of the adult education center, the Chawwerusch expedition is preparing for an exciting premiere. On Sunday, September 22, 2024, the play "Leven name - a piece about gender and history" will be performed. This staging is not only of interest for theater lovers, but also stimulates dealing with important topics such as gender identity and the way in which history is told. Entry is free, and interested parties can already pick up free tickets at the Tourist Information at Fruchthallstraße 14.

The fascination of the play already begins in the future vision of 2133. At a time when current issues such as gender identity and the handling of the past are the focus, the piece asks the question: Which stories are told, and who has the power to tell them? The plot follows three young people who discover the "Lake of the History" in a highly secured area. This leads them to astonishing findings that there was once more than just one pronoun and that even the Palatinate has to tell a queer story. These discoveries shake their view of the world so far and also invite the audience to deal with these topics.

variety of topics and emotional depth

The staging changes between serious and happy moments, which inspires the audience. Director Susanne Schmelcher has deliberately incorporated breaks in the mood that stimulates the spectators to laugh and think. Whether the bassline's current hits or emotional pieces of music that are generated live on stage is enriched the experience for all the senses. Choreography and dramaturgy, under the direction of Liam Clancy and Monika Kleebauer, round off the creative performance.

The piece serves not only the entertainment, but also the creation of consciousness for previously ignored facets of one's own identity. It encourages young people to be curious and explore their own stories - a message that is particularly important today. Here it becomes clear that theater can be more than just performance; It is a place of learning and personal development.

The Expedition Chawwerusch is the young division of the Chawwerusch Theater, which has made a name for years. Their productions are tailor -made for young people and young adults and offer a wide range of theater pedagogical offers. The collective has set itself the goal of making history and stories experienced in a lively way, and focuses on creative conceptions that the audience stimulate to think.

valuable perspectives and free admission

The event starts at 5 p.m. with admission from 4.30 p.m. In addition to the possibility of reserving tickets in advance, remaining tickets may also be available at the box office. This shows how important it is to make cultural events accessible to a wide audience and thus promote new perspectives.

For more information about the event and on the topics of the play, interested parties can visit the website of the city of Kaiserslautern under the heading "News". The Chawwerusch Theater invites everyone to become part of this exciting journey through history and identity and to question their own ideas of gender and history.

queer perspectives

"LIVENAME" not only offers a platform for discussions about gender and identity, but also opens doors to hidden aspects of history. The invitation to deal with these topics is not only important for the young protagonists, but also for the audience that is encouraged to explore his own views and questions. At a time when identity and history are negotiated every day, it is essential to use the theater as a place of dialogue and reflection.

background information on the queer topic

The examination of gender identity and queer stories has gained in social importance in recent years. Movements such as Pride and the acceptance of LGBTQIA+identities have become more public awareness in many countries. These changes are reflected not only in politics, but also in art, where theater performances such as "Levename" help promote diverse perspectives and to increase the visibility of queer lifestyles.

The Chawwerusch Theater, with its production, establishes a reference to the queer history of the Palatinate, which often remains in the shadow of general historiography. This local anchorage is important because the understanding of your own roots and the visualization of discrimination and oppression stories for social acceptance of diversity are of central importance. It becomes clear that theater is not only entertainment, but also a medium for social discussions and identity findings.

Statistical data on LGBTQIA+acceptance in Germany

In order to underline the context of the topic, current data on the acceptance of LGBTQIA+personnel in Germany are relevant. According to a survey by the Allensbach Institute from 2022, over 80 percent of the German population advocate equality of same-sex marriages. This shows that social prejudices still exist, but are increasingly being broken down.

In addition, an investigation by the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) showed that more than 70 percent of the respondents consider the visibility of LGBTQIA+topics in the media and culture important. Such statistics show how drastic dealing with gender identity and queer are topics for acceptance and living together in society. This data is crucial to sensitize the audience to the ideas behind "Levename" and open a dialogue.

historical parallels of the queer visibility in the theater

If you look at the current production of "Levename", it is helpful to look at historical parallels. The comedy and social satire were already elements of the theater in ancient Greece. These formats were used to question social norms and political issues. An impressive example is the tragedy "I am not from here" from 1983, which dealt with identity issues and the experience of exclusion. Similar to "Levename", this performance includes elements of identity finding and dealing with oppressed historical stories.

In the past few decades, the theater has increasingly taken up queer issues and put it in the foreground. For example, Tony Kushner's production "Angels in America" reflects the AIDS war of the 1980s and the associated social relevance. Such performances make it clear how theater can act as a mirror of society and at the same time serve as a platform for marginalized voices. This shows the continued meaning of theater as a space for criticism and transformation.