It was the lark

His comedy takes a humorous and ironic look at the married life of Romeo and Juliet, more than 30 years after their supposed deaths. The audience sees Romeo as a ballet teacher and Juliet as a nagging housewife dealing with everyday challenges, somewhere between "Who does the washing up?" and "Do you still love me?".

Her rebellious daughter Lucretia, the gossipy and slightly lascivious wet nurse and the charming, albeit demented Father Lorenzo provide additional turbulence.


William Shakespeare, who intervenes from beyond the grave, tries to bring order to the undignified goings-on. And the resolution of the dilemma is more than surprising for everyone involved!


Kishon interweaves music and dialog in a way that both entertains the audience and makes them think. His works, which have sold over 41 million copies worldwide, reflect a deep knowledge of human nature and an incomparable storytelling ability.



"It was the Lark" is a unique opportunity to experience classic literary figures in a new light, enriched by musical elements that further emphasize Kishon's comedic talent and make for an entertaining and entertaining theatrical experience.


Ephraim Kishon - time for a rediscovery

Ephraim Kishon, the master of satire, would have celebrated his 100th birthday in 2024. Known for his sharp-witted humor, his incorruptible view of human weaknesses and his timeless comedy, Kishon always remains relevant. His works such as "It was the Lark" show that the classics of world literature can take on a whole new dimension in his unmistakable style. He caricatured the big and small absurdities of everyday life - always with a wink and a good dose of self-irony.


Ephraim Kishon was an Israeli writer, satirist and screenwriter who was born in Hungary in 1924. He emigrated to Israel in 1949 and wrote numerous humorous books, plays and screenplays that often addressed socially critical issues. Kishon received several awards for his work and is considered one of the most important satirists of the 20th century. He died in Switzerland in 2005.


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