Synopsis

In a Birmingham basement, two hitmen, Ben and Gus, await their next assignment—but their downtime is interrupted when the dumbwaiter at the back of the room mysteriously starts moving.

Written by British author Harold Pinter in 1957, this one-act play delivers a gripping mix of absurdity and suspense. With its unique dramatic style, The Dumb Waiter offers a thrilling departure from traditional absurdist theatre. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

Additional Info

Directed by Medeea Anton, this production emphasizes absurdist theater with stark aesthetics. Light, sound, and floating decor create a suspended picture of absurdity, tied together by a striking color palette.

Cast

Ben: A calm, authoritative, and cryptic figure, played by Oisín Moyne. Known for directing “Waiting for Godot” (2023), Oisín Moyne is also an accomplished stage and voice actor and co-founder of Noordhaus.

Gus: Nervous, confused, and uncertain, Gus is brought to life by Ivan Pickman. Prolific in both English and Dutch-speaking theater, Ivan Pickman furthers his absurdist streak with this role, following his portrayal of Hamm in Beckett’s “Endgame.”

Credits

• Director, Costumes, Props: Medeea Anton
• Cast: Oisín Moyne, Ivan Pickman
• Sets, Light, Sound: Geronimo Cappelli
• Stage Manager: Jadwiga Michlewicz

Performance Details

Time: 20:30

Tickets: €17

Purchase Tickets: via Noordhaus