The Son* - Drama by Florian Zeller

Seventeen-year-old Nicolas is no longer a carefree child. Growing up, his final year of high school, his parents' separation - it's all too much for him. He skips school and is aggressive. Moving from his overwhelmed mother to his father Pierre is meant to restore order to his son's mind and bring back his joy of life. But a failed suicide attempt reveals that Nicolas' problems are more serious than assumed.

Director Holger Hauer and set and costume designer Anja Furthmann bring Florian Zeller's drama (translated by Annette and Paul Bäcker) to life as an emotionally profound production. The stellar ensemble featuring Hardy Krüger, Quentin Lopes, Alexa Maria Surholt, Nadine Menz, Holger Hauer and Paul Radke makes the complex transition crisis of adolescence tangible. A theatrical work that raises awareness and opens dialogue about mental health.

A gripping drama about the emotional overwhelm of a teenager - and a family desperately trying to help.

TOURERELBEN touring production

Note: This theatrical work addresses themes such as mental health crises, family conflicts and suicidal thoughts. These contents may be distressing. Due to the serious nature of the subject matter, attendance is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.