Laboratorij Cultural Center to premiere modern adaptation of ‘The Father’

The Laboratorij Cultural Center will host the premiere of the play ‘The Father’ on October 13, 2026. Directed by Nina Nikolić and produced by Peripetia Production, the performance is a modern adaptation of August Strindberg’s classic drama, featuring a text adaptation by Tamara Barachkov.

The production reinterprets the original conflict within the context of contemporary marital and family relationships. It focuses on the complex dynamics between partners, examining mechanisms of power, control, and the escalation of psychological violence within a family setting. Unlike traditional interpretations, this version shifts the female character's perspective toward seeking institutional protection against psychological abuse.

The project is supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of North Macedonia and the Embassy of Sweden. The cast includes Saša Hanđić, Amernis Nokshiqi, Toni Denkovski, Bojan Kirkovski, and Irena Dimeška.