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In 2017, Norway’s best known play turned 150 years. The anniversary was celebrated several places in Norway. It all started in August with The Peer Gynt festival at Vinstra in the Gudbrandsdalen valley. With forests and steep mountains as backdrop, the annual festival took place in the area that inspired the author to write the dramatic play.
“Ibsen wrote the play as a 4,5 hour poem, to say to people: what’s the difference between being yourself and being yourself enough”, says Norwegian actor Dennis Storhøi.
Storhøi is acclaimed for his many performances as the play’s main character, Peer Gynt.
Henrik Ibsen’s play is more than just a tale. It’s a reflection of the 1860’s Norway, a time where many people moved away from the traditional family farms and started a new life in the city. Peer Gynt is also a story of the common man and the challenges and conflicts we all face in life. For that reason, the play is still relevant today.
According to Storhøi Ibsen is a genius in the way that he captures the man or the woman perfectly at all times.
“He must have had a huge insight in how peoples’ weaknesses and strengths worked”, he says.
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“The link between Hologram and Peer Gynt is that Peer does whatever he wants, and so did’I.”
“My impression of Peer Gynt is that the minute something gets uncomfortable, he just escapes.”
“To me, Edvard Grieg is almost like the first Norwegian pop star, with his simple and catchy melodies.”
“If Peer Gynt was a real person and alive today, he would have a TV show by now. And it would be better than the Kardashians.”
Henrik Ibsen’s Peer Gynt was released in 1867, but was first seen on stage nine years later, at Christiania Theater. Since then, there has been many different versions of the play, in all major parts of the world. Peer Gynt is still one of the most famous plays in the world.
A well-known version of Peer Gynt is the annual outdoor production at Gålåvatnet in Gudbrandsdalen.
At the Ibsen Museum in Oslo you can learn more about the playwright’s life and work.
In honour of the 150th anniversary of Peer Gynt, the Norwegian national broadcaster (NRK) produced a documentary about the theatre production at Gålå (in Norwegian only).
Full name: Henrik Johan Ibsen.
Norwegian playwright, theatre director and poet, and considered the father of modern realistic drama.
Born in Skien in Telemark 20 March 1828, died in Kristiania (now Oslo) 23 May 1906.
Made his debut as a writer with “Catalina” in 1850.
Worked at theatres in Bergen and Kristiania from 1852 to 1862.
Married Suzanne Daae Thoresen in 1858 and had a son, Sigurd, one year later.
Moved abroad in 1864 and lived in Italy and Germany for 27 years.
Got his breakthrough with “Brand” and “Peer Gynt” in 1866 and 1867.
Other main works include “An Enemy of the People”, “A Doll’s house”, “Hedda Gabler”, “Ghosts”, “The Wild Duck”, “When We Dead Awaken”, and “The Master Builder”.
The contrast between nature and modern life is an indispensable source of inspiration for Norwegian artists. Search for upcoming cultural events and add some extra meaning and content to your trip.
The impressive Norwegian Opera and Ballet in Oslo is a must for its high-quality performances and architecture. Theatre lovers and fans of musicals and other shows should find plenty to see, not only in the big cities but also in many smaller towns.
Great art can become even better when experienced together. Festivals of food, music and films are vital to the Norwegian culture scene.
Norwegian music has a strong reputation, not least in the genres of metal, indie, and electronic music. Some of the world’s best-selling artists regularly tour the country as well.
Choose amongst indoor and outdoor exhibitions and find out when and where an exhibition of your interest is taking place.
Against all odds, in recent years Oslo has emerged as one of Europe’s top destinations for live music – of almost any imaginable genre.
With hundreds of music festivals to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Øystein Greni, lead singer in the rock band Bigbang, shares his six favourite festivals in Norway.
From street food festivals to seafood and other local specialities, food festivals have become an increasingly popular phenomenon in Norway. See our food festival calendar to find a festival where you are going.
Start planning your historical round trip. These hints from insider Ragnhild Martine Bø will lead you to high-quality historical museums all over Norway.
In Norway, climbing mountains feels like the most natural thing to do – so why should this not also apply to buildings?
In Norway you have more 900 festivals to choose from, and around 300 of these are art and cultural festivals. Whether you fancy music, performing arts or traditional events, here are five Norwegian cultural festivals out of the ordinary.
Travelling to Norway has never been easier. There are direct flights from many places around the world, and if you live closer by, you can take a boat, a train, or a bus – or even drive.
Modern conveniences have made it much easier to get around in Norway. These days, trains, boats, roads, and a network of large and small airports are all making it quite practical to see any part of the country.
Oslo is a large, Scandinavian culture hub, with countless festivals, concerts and museums. But remote villages have much to offer as well. Check out the event calendar and plan your trip here.
From award-winning museums and architectural masterpieces to renowned food, film and music festivals. Norway is more than just stunning nature!
Award-winning libraries, charming book towns, the world’s second-greatest playwright and a bizarre thirst for murders at Easter are just some of the reasons Norwegians read more than any other European nationality.
Hungry for food or longing for action? Whether you want natural highs or artistic depths, climbing up or skiing down, walking slow or running fast, there’s a good chance we can help you suit your needs.
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