About
Live animation film in which performers rebuild the Western Front in miniature; the images are filmed and projected life-size with live music by Arthur Sauer. At TR25 Schouwburg, Rotterdam, on 24, 25 and 26 November 2026 at 20:15.
What to expect
The players try to make the experiences of soldiers in the First World War feel present.
The audience sees the landscapes of the Western Front rebuilt in miniature.
- Set in 1914–1918, the First World War
- Millions wrote letters to loved ones from trenches
- Millions died in fire and mud
- Millions came home with stories untold or unheard
- Built with sawdust, potting soil and rusty nails
- Parsley stands in for trees
- Images are filmed and projected life-size
- Arthur Sauer provides a live soundtrack
- Premiered in Rotterdam in 2001
- After 2001 it played worldwide
- Toured London, Paris and Hong Kong
- Also Adelaide and Los Angeles
- Won many awards
Dates
Questions
When does The Great War Hotel Modern / Arthur Sauer start and end?
The Great War Hotel Modern / Arthur Sauer is on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, 20:15.
Where is The Great War Hotel Modern / Arthur Sauer?
The Great War Hotel Modern / Arthur Sauer takes place at TR25 Schouwburg, Schouwburgplein 25, Rotterdam.
What is De Grote Oorlog?
It is a live animation film. Players try to make the experiences of soldiers in the First World War feel present.
What materials are used?
The Western Front is rebuilt in miniature with sawdust, potting soil, rusty nails, and parsley as trees.
Is there live music?
Yes, composer Arthur Sauer provides a live soundtrack to the images.
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Getting there
TR25 Schouwburg, Schouwburgplein 25, 3012 CL Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, NL
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