Håkon Banken's public diary

Thank You for Life is a piece, a life, and a hero that I got to know in about two hours. A piece that was as moving as it was confusing. Thank You for Life!
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From social criticism to melodrama

Oslo Nye Teater's version of “The Young One” is exciting, funny and moving. But after the play, you are left with the feeling that the message disappeared behind the scenes.
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The Dancing Mormons Reflect the American Dream

Fiona Åtland (19) has seen The Book of Mormon in both London and Oslo, and writes that the Folketeatret delivers a stylish and tight version.
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A moving performance about mental health and loneliness

Musical theatre that made us think for ourselves, Vesa and Emma write about I want to go home to the people they have seen at Marked for Music.
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Emma and Vesa (14 years old)

Music acts as a lifeline in newly written Hellbillies musical

"The Finest I Know" is a warm theater performance about belonging to a family, whether you want to or not. The play aims broadly, but it's the music that ends up hitting the mark.
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Song, dance and chaos with a good dose of glitter

Rose Aguta (20) has seen The Rocky Horror Show - and comments on the debate about the criticism of the show.
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The Rocky Horror Show – Is it just a show?

The cult classic creates celebration and community at Centralteatret, but misses the opportunity to leave the audience with something more than just festivities.
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A musical story about grandfathers, fathers and sons

A heartwarming performance that deals with many different themes.
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Bertine and Kathrine (15 years old)