Through a misunderstanding, two teenagers kidnap the Federal President after his visit to their school. They start working out what to do next, and how, exactly, one writes a ransom note. Meanwhile the objects around them in the school cellar begin waking up, one by one, releasing the stories stored inside them. Strong characters meet absurd situations and moments of real reflection. They all have one thing in common: the determination to get themselves out of a tight spot.
A colourful, funny piece assembled by Alexandra Koch from texts by herself (Taking President), Yasmina Reza (Art), Friedrich Hebbel (The Nibelungs), Neil LaBute (The Shape of Things) and Neil Simon (Rumors).
Because of the pandemic, the 2020 season was reduced to two performances at the Hohe Warte in Vienna.
Performed in German. Cast, production team and tour dates are listed on the German page.
2020
