Struggle for power

ABOUT

New rock opera by Milan Steigerwald and Pavla Forest set in the world of gangsters in post-war Birmingham.

A powerful story about power, betrayal and forgiveness. A story about human nature and humanity almost lost because of hunger for power. A story about courage and hope that can move us forward. 

The plot, set in the dark atmosphere of 1920s Birmingham, centers around the cursed boss of the organized crime of the greatest gang in the city. His sons are destined to fight for power which leads them slowly to their own destruction.

Concert premiere: 31. 12. 2024

Theatrical premiere: 10. 4. 2025

CREATIVE TEAM

Music: Milan Steigerwald, libretto: Pavla Forest, direction: Igor Krištof, choreography: Zuzana Dovalová, illustration: Natalia Śmiechowicz, animation: Natalia Śmiechowicz, scenography: Ing. Arch. Pavla Forest, make-up: Hana Šímová, SFX: Pavel Policar, stunts: CSFA

CAST

Oidipus: Kamil Střihavka, Polyneikés: Jan Tláskal, Éteoklés: Martin Sluka, Kreon: Jiří Rain, Antigona: Žántí, Isména: Daniela Langrová, Vědma 1: Zuzana Dovalová, Vědma 2: Karolína Cingrošová a další...