KRATT — Madis Nurms - Set and Costume Designer

September 2015

Ballet "Kratt" by Eduard Tubin at Estonian National Opera, September 2015

Choreographer - Marina Kesler
Musical director - Vello Pähn
Set designer - Madis Nurms
Costume designer - Gerly Tinn
Lighting designer - Karmen Tellisaar
Video - Argo Valdmaa

Pictures

"Laconic scenography created by Madis Nurms cleverly marks the sterile environment of the factory as well as a summer meadow.
The visual impact of the stage helps the viewer get even closer to the root of the story - contrast between burdensome and artificial material values and the simple and natural virtues"

Eesti Ekspress - October 7, 2015

The set design of "Kratt" combines stories from Estonian folklore with contemporary themes and materials. The two acts of the ballet are supported by two main figures in the set design - a sleek factory, constructed of aluminium and sheer plastic, and wooden but soulless tree. Geometrical shapes used in the design elements are inspired by embroidery patterns.