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Destroy

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 · 19:00 ✨ New

House of Culture Ústí nad Labem, Ústí nad Labem

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Destroy — House of Culture Ústí nad Labem, Ústí nad Labem
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A theatrical adaptation of Michel Houellebecq's latest novel - according to the author, also his last - about the loss of meaning, relationships that failed to endure, and a world where faith in a better future has evaporated. European identity is crumbling, the far right is gaining strength, and the political system is collapsing.

Paul, a close aide to the minister, observes this breakdown from both outside and within: his father is seriously ill, his marriage is not working, relationships with siblings are strained or non-existent. The boundary between political events and private life blurs. The question of whether life can be happy is never asked aloud - it simply hangs in the air.

Cast: Nina Horáková, Gabriela Míčová, Petra Tenorová, Jan Hájek, Radim Kalvoda, Michal Lurie, Tomáš Pavelka. Direction and theatrical adaptation: Tomáš Ráliš. Literary translation: Alan Beguivin. Dramaturgy: Lenka Veverková. Set design: Jakub Peruth. Costumes: Anna Havelková. Music: Ivo Gregorec Sedláček. Lighting design: Klára Pavlíčková.

Line-up

  • Nina Horáková
  • Gabriela Míčová
  • Petra Tenorová
  • Jan Hájek
  • Radim Kalvoda
  • Michal Lurie
  • Tomáš Pavelka