«Desperate Measures»
Phil Hayes / First Cut Productions

Between laughter, tears and world-weariness. With songs, music, stories and perhaps a little dancing, a desperate performer tries everything he can to connect with his audience. Will he succeed?

  • Wed 10/12 20:00

    Halle

  • Fri 12/12 20:00

    Halle

  • Sat 13/12 20:00

    Halle

  • Sun 14/12 18:00

    Halle

Phil Hayes' works are known for their melancholic humour, precise use of language and subtle irony in dealing with a wide range of different different subjects. Copyright: Phil Hayes

Its been quite a day…

Its been quite a week..

Lets’ just face it, Its been quite a year..

So how are you all doing?

How are you coping? 

Whats your strategy?

Zurich-based actor, musician, and director Phil Hayes is known for his melancholic wit, his precise use of language, and his subtle irony when dealing with diffrent subjects – in this case with aging. Live music has played an important role in many of his works. For “Desperate Measures,” he is collaborating with musicians Martina Berther, Mario Hänni and Dominic Oppliger to conjure up an evening full of dark humor and heartfelt songs. 

On stage: a desperate artist stands before the curtain. With him: three musicians. The artist wants our respect. He wants our trust. He wants above all to make a connection – and he will do what he can to get it. He has even hired a band for the occasion. But the question remains: is this a comeback or his last chance?

Information on accessibility and language

  • in spoken English with German surtitles

  • stepless access

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