At the Origin of the World

Of midwives and their stories They work in a space of transition, helping life to come to light and into the world. The history of their profession is already documented in ancient Greece. They have always moved in intimate spaces. Accompanying. Observing. Advising. Examining. Supporting. Without the practical experience and knowledge of the "wise women," as they were called, doctors would be at a loss. Every birth is a miracle, a moment of tremendous transformation for both the birthing person and the newborn. Physically and emotionally. For midwives, caring for this process is a responsible and complex task. Saying goodbye to life that ends before or during birth is also part of it. We spoke with midwives, allowing them to share who they are, what they experience, what occupies and moves them. Their perspective on the beginning of life is the centerpiece of our theater performance, which describes our diverse society – and includes us, who all once lay in the hands of a midwife.