From Panic to Purpose: Students Shine in ‘Durst’ Production

In a not-so-distant future, the world grapples with the aftermath of the “c-crisis,” and global warming continues to escalate. Amidst the chaos, the radio announces that toxic algae has contaminated the drinking water, sending families into a panic.

With this tragicomedy, the secondary school’s theatre group boldly addresses the urgent issue of climate change. As families rush to the supermarket to stockpile drinking water, a colorful cast of characters emerges: the super-rich, everyday folks, free-spirited hippies, and doomsday preppers all collide in the streets.

While parents scramble for the last canister, four resourceful teenagers hatch a plan to find an alternative source of water. They hear whispers of a desalination plant by the sea, and without hesitation, they hijack a family car, embarking on a daring road trip to the coast.

Along their journey, they encounter Wayne, a savvy young entrepreneur who sees the world in terms of “victims” and “doers.” Having already launched his own business with genetically modified superfoods, he becomes an unexpected ally.

Together, the group feels less alone, but they soon realize they aren’t the only ones seeking the desalination plant. Will they find a way to secure their water supply, or is the supply bunker their only hope?

As the curtain falls after a final punchline, the audience is left both entertained and contemplative.

It’s always a joy to see our students shine on stage, whether as familiar faces or in unexpected roles. Isabell Bergandy penned the play, co-directed by Philip Birau and Mieke Hildebrand, resulting in a captivating piece of theatre. The production was supported by Samir Ben Mokhtar and a dedicated team of seventh-graders in the tech department.