In these conversations, playwright and Woordfees director, Saartjie Botha, and other experts talk to theatre makers responsible for some of the most exciting productions at this year’s festival.
Christiaan Olwagen’s reworking of Hendrik Ibsen’s classic play explores the complexity of human desires and the consequences of their suppression. Saartjie Botha talks to Christiaan and members of the company about the enigmatic Hedda and how she resonates with contemporary audiences.