Tammsaare Theatre presents a moving and thought-provoking performance "Behind the Dam" – a story of people whose souls have gathered feelings that can no longer be contained. A tale that speaks of a quiet Irish village, where life goes on its own path...
“Behind the Dam” – Tammsaare Theatre
Tammsaare Theatre presents a moving and thought-provoking performance “Behind the Dam” – a story of people whose souls have gathered feelings that can no longer be contained. A tale that speaks of a quiet Irish village, where life goes on its own path... until the water behind the dam starts to flow – both literally and symbolically.
The performance brings to the stage human stories, memories, and secrets waiting to be released. It is a poetic and profound journey through the paths of silence, friendship, loss, and redemption – a reflection of how each of us builds our own dam within.
Author: Conor McPherson
Translator: Peeter Sauter
Director: Tiit Alte
In the cast: Jana Volke-Valk or Ilona Sillamaa, Meelis Sekk, Andres Kask, Vane Üksküla (Salme Theatre), Kristjan Arunurm (Salme Theatre)
Artist: Jana Wolke
Lighting and sound designer: Kristo Klausson
Poster, program, and ticket: Kristjan Arunurm
Duration: 2 hours (with one intermission)
“Behind the Dam” is a poetic performance by Tammsaare Theatre that explores the inner world of a person and how the emotions gathered in our souls can, at some point, break free from behind the dam, transforming both ourselves and our surroundings.
The performance is supported by Estonian Cultural Capital.
The premiere took place on June 10, 2025, at Peningi Manor.
Additional Information:
Performance page: https://www.tammsaareteater.ee/behind-the-dam/
Tammsaare Theatre on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tammsaareteater/
Organizer
Tammsaare Theatre NGO
Reg.no: 80319454
tammsaareteater@gmail.com