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Performance "How to lose a state"

The occupation of Latvia and the highly dubious actions of Latvian statesmen during June of 1940 is the darkest page in the country's history. At the centre of it all, stands the self-proclaimed leader Kārlis Ulmanis. His personality still stirs up discussions, and attracts radical opinions to this day - some criticize while others worship him. But what really happened? Would it have been possible for Latvia to remain independent had the leader Ulmanis made different decisions?

The show is inspired by two historic performances in Dailes Theatre - "Gūsteknis pilī" ["Captive in the Castle"] (2011) un "Četras dienas jūnijā" ["Four days in June"] (1989), and the portrayal of Ulmanis by the actor Uldis Vazdiks, first in the site-specific performance at the Riga Castle where Ulmanis used to live till his departure to Moscow.

Performance in Latvian with English surtitles.

Inspired by Raimonds Staprāns

Playwright - Matīss Gricmanis

Director - Toms Treinis

Tobacco Factory 19:00 08.11.2024
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