About
Podvis - AAI (4+) is a wordless mask performance at DE MAAN in Mechelen on Sunday 20 December 2026, with performances at 11:00 and 14:00. It follows a grandfather who is alone and seeks comfort in the objects around him.
What to expect
aai is a wordless mask performance where everyday objects come to life.
It is about a grandfather who is suddenly alone and looks for comfort in the objects around him.
Femke Stallaert started from the figures her grandfather with dementia saw in his last years.
The source calls it hilarious, touching and magical, and an ode to lonely people and their boundless imagination.
The source lists the PZAZZ Prize for Best Performance at Boze Wolf Festival 2024.
A jury quote highlights the masks, costumes, living puppets and surprise lighting effects.
- Wordless mask performance
- Everyday objects come to life
- Inspired by a grandfather with dementia
- Age label: 4+
Dates
Questions
When does Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN start and end?
Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN is on Sunday, 20 December 2026, 11:00 until 12:00.
Where is Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN?
Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN takes place at DE MAAN, Minderbroedersgang 1&3, Mechelen.
How much are tickets for Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN?
Tickets for Podvis - AAI (4+) - DE MAAN cost from €8 at the theatre's official ticket shop.
What is aai?
aai is a wordless mask performance where everyday objects come to life.
It follows a grandfather who is suddenly alone.
He looks for comfort in the objects around him.
It was inspired by the figures Femke Stallaert's grandfather with dementia saw.
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Getting there
DE MAAN, Minderbroedersgang 1&3, 2800 Mechelen, Antwerpen, BE
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