The Dream of a White Christmas

Be careful what you wish for this Christmas! Lena Kristin Ellingsen, Gard B. Eidsvold, Nader Khademi, and Cato Skimten Storengen ring in the holiday with a truly delightful Christmas nightmare. The dream of a white Christmas. It certainly sounds romantic and heartwarming. But don’t be deceived. And for heaven’s sake, don’t bring the kids along. It’s Christmas Eve, and an elderly mother is waiting for her two adult sons and their families. Will everyone come this year? No. Of course not everyone will. But the sons eventually show up. They find it exhausting dealing with their old, paralyzed, and blind mother. Wouldn’t it be best for everyone if she, well, you know. And just as that thought crosses their minds, there’s a knock at the door. A box of vintage wine is brought to the table. A large knife finds its target. Lies and truths shall be uncovered. Mother’s past will be illuminated. And we will sing old songs once more. There will be a party and fireworks, laughter and tears, pinnekjøtt and Christmas trees, and an abundance of holiday spirit when Statsteatret rings in the Christmas season together with Riksteatret and Nationaltheatret. In recent years, Statsteatret has enjoyed great success throughout Norway with their critically acclaimed performances, showcasing how humor and gentle madness can convey thought-provoking themes. They are particularly known for their unique storytelling of 1000 years of Norwegian history told through ten theatre productions over ten years. In 2022, they received the Hedda Prize for “extraordinary artistic effort.” By Yngve Sundvor. Directed by Yngve Sundvor. Sound designer Rikard Strømsodd. Lighting designer Axel Sundbotten. Musical arranger Andreas Utnem. Produced by Riksteatret in collaboration with Statsteatret and Nationaltheatret. Produced in 2026 by Gard B. Eidsvold - Statsteatret in collaboration with Oslo Nye Teater. Duration: 90 min