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All media →MUSICAL-DRAMATIC · SEPT 2026
KeyWords: Wagner & Nietzsche
after Mikhail Volkov
23 SEPT 2026 · 20:00Buy tickets
KeyWords: Wagner & Nietzsche
Emile van Leenen Concertzaal, Leiden
30 SEPT 2026 · 20:00Buy tickets
KeyWords: Wagner & Nietzsche
Localie Hub, Amsterdam
DIRECTOR · ACTOR · PLAYWRIGHT · ADAPTER · WRITER
MD, PhD — medical professional and scientist who has transitioned to a career in theatre. Founder and artistic director of Glass Bead Theatre. Focuses on experimental and multidisciplinary projects, staging philosophically resonant works for diverse audiences.
Mikhail Volkov
SCENOGRAPHER
Utrecht-based visual artist and theatre-maker. Background in art history, MA in Scenography at HKU. Artistic research practice centered on a fear and love of repetition. Created the KeyWords poster.
Katya Timofeeva
MUSICIAN · MUSICAL CURATOR
Internationally acclaimed classical pianist. Performs as soloist and chamber musician across Europe and the US. Laureate of multiple international competitions. Debut album on Genuin Classics label (July 2026).
Ekaterina Zhemaitis
PRODUCER
Background in media, art management, and non-profit organisations. Producer for KeyWords — researching grants, festivals, and where productions can continue their journey.
Anastasia Gorshunova
ACTOR
Degree in Theatre from the University of Toronto. Knowledge in all styles of theatre and performance.
Marryl Smith
21 MAR 2026
Announcing KeyWords: Wagner & Nietzsche
Our second production explores the complex relationship between Wagner and Nietzsche — through words and music.
2 FEB 2026
Behind Closed Doors: 4 sold out shows!
Our debut production sold out all four performances at Theater de Cameleon. Thank you Amsterdam!
19 AUG 2025
Amsterdam, meet your new theatre company
Why another theatre company? With a number of existing English-speaking companies in this city, what do we bring to the performing arts table?
10 PHOTOS
KeyWords:Wagner & Nietzsche premiere
18 PHOTOS
Behind Closed Doors — Premiere
33 PHOTOS
Behind Closed Doors — Rehearsals
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