Waste me / XL / 13+

Welcome to the backside of the throwaway society. From a massive pile of waste, five performers emerge. They throw away objects, garbage, and even each other. They transform into objects themselves, with their lives defined by the things around them. Factory movements and herd behavior alternate. Is this Utopia or did they end up in hell? They are waiting for something, a redemption, a new world. Can they break free from this self-made prison?

Waste Me is a compelling dance performance by Maas Theater and Dance, created by choreographer and theater maker Cecilia Moisio. Originally created for the Oerol Festival, it delivers a sharp critique of our runaway consumer culture and makes an urgent plea to consume less. The performance examines how consumerism has altered our psyche and behavior, questioning what it means for our self-worth and how we value those around us.

Moisio confronts you with harsh realities and also takes you to a dystopian world—a timeless place where we see the consequences of our consumer behavior and our tendency to treat each other like disposable objects. The stage design reflects the exact amount of waste an average European throws away in a year.

Waste Me is a blend of dance, theater, trash art, and live music.