Kein Licht
“Ruhrtriennale”
Synopsis
Two particles wander through space. Two particles? Perhaps they are also two musicians: the first and second violins. An absurd scenario. Voices A and B speak to each other, but they can't hear each other ... Without the words Fukushima or nuclear power being mentioned even once, “Kein Licht. (2011/2012/2017)” depicts a ghostly world after the nuclear disaster. The text by Elfriede Jelinek becomes the libretto of a world premiere musical performance at the Ruhrtriennale. Frenchman Philippe Manoury is composing a new musical theater work for actors, singers and a musical ensemble. The special feature: The music itself also becomes an uncontrollable element. Together with director Nicolas Stemann, Manoury is developing a new form in which pre-composed orchestral and electronic score modules are combined with live electronics that intervene in the modulation of the singers and actors - in real time. Music is verbalized and language is musicalized.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Stemann
- Screenplay & Story
- Philippe Manoury, Elfriede Jelinek
- Original Title
- Kein Licht
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Ruhrtriennale
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Stemann
Philippe Manoury, Elfriede Jelinek
Department Leadership Roster
Philippe Manoury
Writer
Elfriede Jelinek
Writer
Nicolas Stemann
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kein Licht
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kein Licht about?
Two particles wander through space. Two particles? Perhaps they are also two musicians: the first and second violins. An absurd scenario. Voices A and B speak to each other, but they can't hear each other ... Without the words Fukushima or nuclear power being mentioned even once, “Kein Licht. (2011/2012/2017)” depicts a ghostly world after the nuclear disaster. The text by Elfriede Jelinek becomes the libretto of a world premiere musical performance at the Ruhrtriennale. Frenchman Philippe Manoury is composing a new musical theater work for actors, singers and a musical ensemble. The special feature: The music itself also becomes an uncontrollable element. Together with director Nicolas Stemann, Manoury is developing a new form in which pre-composed orchestral and electronic score modules are combined with live electronics that intervene in the modulation of the singers and actors - in real time. Music is verbalized and language is musicalized.
Who directed Kein Licht?
Kein Licht was directed by Nicolas Stemann.
Who stars in Kein Licht?
The principal cast of Kein Licht includes Christina Daletska, Lionel Peintre, Sarah Sun, Olivia Vermeulen, Niels Bormann.
When was Kein Licht released and how long is it?
Kein Licht was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.