Marlene

In an intimate Parisian apartment, Marlene Dietrich meets her longtime companion Viv. Isolated from the outside world, the global star confronts her own myth in an intense engagement. Sven Ratzke embodies Marlene Dietrich and breathes new life into her songs. With impressive versatility, he explores the diverse facets of her personality. He describes it himself: "Marlene Dietrich wandered between the genders, showing courage, stubbornness, and perfectionism. Trapped in fame, vanished into an artistic persona that she herself created. I look into the mirror she holds up to our time and all artists – I see myself and search for her. What a challenge!" Based on the play by Pam Gems, a surprising, humorous, and touching new version emerges. The prologue and epilogue, specially written for this production by the renowned author Connie Palmen, add additional lyrical depth to the story and provide insights into Marlene's soul.