DECEPTION AND ILLUSION in Hildesheim: A love story comes alive
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2591 letters, seven years of love, and a story that resonates to this day
In the staged reading DECEPTION AND ILLUSION – a love story in letters (1938–1945), private correspondence transforms into a compelling theatrical experience. Hilde and Roland wrote a total of 2591 letters over seven years. What starts as a story of two young people opens up perspectives on love, societal boundaries, and the aftermath of a turbulent time.
When letters become stage characters
Professional actors Manuela Hörr and Mark Roberts from the Theater R.A.M. lend their voices to Hilde and Roland. Their reading combines precise acting with musical sensitivity, transforming written words into an immediate theatrical atmosphere. Between closeness, restraint, and unspoken desire, a finely nuanced interplay of two life stories emerges.
Love in the shadow of history
The letters transport us to the years 1938 to 1945 and make personal feelings tangible against the backdrop of social upheaval. The dramaturgy does not rely on grand effects but on the power of language, the rhythm of voices, and the tension between what is written and what remains hidden between the lines.
Music, memory, and shared understanding
A special atmosphere is created by the close connection between letter reading and music. Hilde and Roland shared a great love for music – a motif that deepens the emotional aspect of the production. Afterwards, the stage space opens for discussion: Dr. Thomas Muntschick, son of Hilde and Roland and editor of the eponymous radio series on Radio Tonkuhle, provides background information and personal insights.
An evening for young and old
The event explicitly invites intergenerational exchange. With the tandem ticket young&old, two people with a minimum age difference of 40 years receive a discount. Thus, the reading becomes a shared space of remembrance where older and younger visitors can engage in conversation. Personal letters from that time are welcome to be brought along.
Conclusion: A quiet, powerful theatrical experience
Visitors can expect an atmospheric staged reading about love, memory, and the responsibility to pass on history. Voices, music, and personal testimonies combine to create an evening that resonates long after the final word. Those who experience theater as a lively place of listening and understanding will find in DECEPTION AND ILLUSION a touching reason for shared contemplation.
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