M8: Helstone
Synopsis
What do opera and Suriname have in common? Who was Helstone, the composer of the first Surinamese opera? And what kind of world did his contemporary Rustwijk create on stage? This installation invites you into a reconstruction of Het pand der goden (1906), where stories from experts, musicians and descendants — alongside historic locations, archive material and music from the opera itself — guide you through Helstone’s journey. An immersive experience that weaves past and present together, sparking new conversations about history, identity and art.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mathieu Wijdeven
- Original Title
- M8: Helstone
- Release Date
- 13/06/2025
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mathieu Wijdeven
Department Leadership Roster
Mathieu Wijdeven
Director
Mathieu Wijdeven
Director
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What is M8: Helstone about?
What do opera and Suriname have in common? Who was Helstone, the composer of the first Surinamese opera? And what kind of world did his contemporary Rustwijk create on stage? This installation invites you into a reconstruction of Het pand der goden (1906), where stories from experts, musicians and descendants — alongside historic locations, archive material and music from the opera itself — guide you through Helstone’s journey. An immersive experience that weaves past and present together, sparking new conversations about history, identity and art.
Who directed M8: Helstone?
M8: Helstone was directed by Mathieu Wijdeven.
Who stars in M8: Helstone?
The principal cast of M8: Helstone includes Not specified.
When was M8: Helstone released and how long is it?
M8: Helstone was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 30m.