History of Nightmare

An autobiographical experience that explores the link between trauma and collective memory. Emerging South Korean artist Son Hee-beom uses puppets, videos and symbolism to transform personal nightmares into a universal experience. The show is inspired by traditional Korean rituals and pop culture, creating a unique and suggestive visual language. History of Nightmares is an avant-garde experimental work of art, which explores with courage and originality the boundaries between theater, multimedia and rituality, transforming collective memory and deepest fears into a unique and engaging artistic experience.

Son Hee-beom is a South Korean multidisciplinary artist, active in theater direction, dance, puppet scenography, sound design and video design. Trained at the Seoul Institute of the Arts and influenced by masters such as Robert Wilson, he creates innovative works through collaborative processes, combining performing, visual and traditional arts. Winner of international awards, including the Silver Award and the Best Play Award at the 20th World Two-Person Theater Festival, he explores contemporary social issues with an experimental approach, as demonstrated by his works with artificial intelligence I Look Like You and Fantasy Family.