The Banality of Love

PremiereA contemporary drama in 1 act The play tells the story of the unplatonic love between two of the 20th century’s most significant philosophers, Hannah Arendt and Martin Heidegger. It is at once a fascinating and disturbing tale. Their secret romance lasted for four years; afterward, they had no contact for 17 years, and then, for more than 25 years, their public friendship was known to all. Director – Mamuka Tsereteli Set Designer – Nutsa Chkonia Music Design – Bezhan Amiranashvili Technical Director – Gvantsa Bitsadze Cast: Hannah Arendt – Lili Khuriti Martin Heidegger – Andria Vachridze Young Hannah (Student) – Masho Tvalabeishvili Mendelssohn / Michael Ben Shaked – Vato Sanikidze The production was staged with the financial support of Tbilisi City Hall Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes Premiere date: September 17,18