Jeppe på Bjerget at Aarhus Theatre
Christian Lollike returns with his radical interpretation of Ludvig Holberg's classic Jeppe på Bjerget at Aarhus Theatre.
Reinterpreting the Tale
Lollike, known for his bold and boundary-pushing style, now turns to the more serious side of Jeppe and asks: Why does Jeppe drink? In Lollike’s fearless version, the answer lies within Jeppe’s fractured mind – a man who is not merely a lazy peasant, but a soul locked in battle with himself.
A power-critical and satirical Jeppe
With Jeppe på Bjerget, the production delivers a sharp critique of power in a satirical performance that makes the audience laugh, reflect, and debate. At its centre stands actor Thure Lindhardt, who brings Jeppe to life in a gripping portrayal. Jeppe’s harsh fate remains unchanged: his wife Nille still beats him, and the Baron and his lackeys continue to drink him under the table – only to amuse themselves with him in their private reality show.
Groundbreaking stage design and visual experience
This production was a highly successful performance staged last year at Aarhus Teater. The visual universe created by David Gehrt and Ida Grarup – whose scenography for Erasmus Montanus was awarded a Reumert Prize – presents Jeppe på Bjerget in a groundbreaking and distinctive design.
Practical information
- Performance dates: 20 August – 24 September 2026
- Location: Teatergaden 1, 8000 Aarhus C
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