Waiting for the performance (Swiss Stories 2016, by Jonathan Liechti) - Swiss Press Award

Jonathan Liechti
Waiting for the performance
Photo / Swiss Stories
2016
Jonathan Liechti
Two young actresses secretly throw peanuts at the audience under the curtain. They are part of the amateur theater ensemble Johannes, preparing for the upcoming performance: putting on costumes, powdering their noses. Taking a deep breath. Reading the text. A quiet prayer. Taking a deep breath. The actress opens her eyes: the wait for her performance is over.