Metropolis (Fritz Lang, 1927) is considered the mother of all science-fiction films. At its core lies the theme of “man and machine.” The film presents a futuristic vision (set in 2026 — one hundred years later). Metropolis inspired groundbreaking science-fiction films such as A Space Odyssey, Star Wars, Blade Runner, and The Matrix.
Just as Fritz Lang envisioned the future of 2026 in 1927, this project aims to present a vision for the year 2026 based on the ideas and lived experiences of young people in 2026. How do they see the world and humanity evolving under the increasing impact of technology? What opportunities, desires, challenges, and obstacles do they foresee? And how can these insights be developed into a compelling performance using the tools of theatre, music, and technology?
Metropolis is becoming a youth festival in collaboration with numerous cultural, social, and educational partners from the city.. Madam Fortuna is currently developing a scenario in which this theme takes center stage. Year 2025, our world is strongly shaped by the rapid implementation of technological innovations. This swift evolution compels everyone to reflect: What do I want from technology? What does technology want from me? With the Metropolis project, Madam Fortuna wants to create a current story about this.
Together with the city's young people, we want to question this theme and give it artistic form.
Madam Fortuna is launching this project in collaboration with partners including hetpaleis, Muziektheater Transparant, Tutti Fratelli, Arenberg, KASK Antwerpen, de! Kunsthumaniora, Blindman and De Singel.
Het wordt een festival van en door jongeren. Hoe zien zij de toekomst met ‘the man and the machine’? Een festival met podcast, theater, muziek, muziektheater, workshops, debat, film, tentoonstelling, catwalk, spoken word en dans.
When? Following 2026
Are you creative and between 16 and 25 years old? Do you have a passion for the arts and would you like to get involved?
