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Golden City: A Theatrical Production Exploring an Idealized Past in a Post-War Future

Experience this thought-provoking drama, fusing Ödön von Horváth's works and directed by Ivan Buraj.

Step into the world of 'Golden City,' a compelling theatrical production transporting audiences to 2039. This drama explores a future society's attempt to recreate an idealized interwar Vienna, focusing on themes of love, identity, and the cultivation of tradition after devastating wars. Delve into a narrative that fuses works by Ödön von Horváth, revealing a society striving for a new 'golden age'.

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Exhibition summary

Golden City is a theatrical production that reimagines an idealized past inspired by interwar Vienna. Set in 2039 after numerous wars, it explores a society attempting to return to a 'golden age' by adopting old customs, speech, and dress.

Curatorial context

Set in the year 2039, 'Golden City' presents a world attempting to recover from devastating wars by emulating an idealized past, specifically Vienna from over a century ago. The production emphasizes the cultivation of neighbourliness, the flourishing of crafts, the return of strolling, and the blooming of horse racing, reflecting a society that values tradition and order. Men are depicted as protectors of women, and the traditional family is entering a new golden age, with everyone seemingly knowing their place. The narrative questions whether characters like Marianne and Elizabeth can find true love and forgiveness, and ultimately discover their true lives within this 'Golden City'. This play is a fusion of two works by interwar playwright Ödön von Horváth: 'Tales from the Vienna Woods' and 'Faith, Hope and Charity'. It is directed by Ivan Buraj and has a duration of 2.30 hours, including an intermission.

Admission and ticket notes

Performance dates and times are listed, with English surtitles available for some showings. Specific ticketing details or booking information are directed to an external link.

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Venue
House at the Golden Ring
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 16, 2026 – May 25, 2026
Artist line / attribution
A fusion of two plays by Ödön von Horváth; Directed by Ivan Buraj.
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