The Bergen adventure continues, this time at Den Nationale Scene with the musical As It Is in Heaven (Så som i himmelen), based on the Swedish film from 2004. The musical had its world premiere at Oscarsteatern in Stockholm in 2018 and has since been performed at Oslo Nye Teater, Nordland Teater, and Trøndelag Teater. Now, at last, the story comes to Bergen, and Jon Erik will take on the role of Holmfrid in this new production, directed by Lars Jacobsen.
«World-famous conductor Daniel is at the peak of his career, with a calendar full of concerts scheduled years in advance. But after a dramatic collapse on stage, he is forced to put everything aside; doctors determine that his heart is worn out. To survive, he must slow down and let go of his old life. Without direction and in search of peace, Daniel finds his way back to his childhood village—and to Lena, the woman who has never seen the world but truly sees him.»
– Den Nationale Scene
The production premieres at Forum Scene in Bergen on October 11th, and tickets can be purchased here.