Directed by Laura Holme-Hoske
Garbo’s Cuban Lover (The Abridged Version) by Odalys Nanin
Garbo’s Cuban Lover an Original play by Odalys Nanin. (The abridged version)
When writer Mercedes de Acosta arrived in Hollywood in 1931, her charm, flamboyance, and aristocratic upbringing allowed her to gain entry into the Hollywood elite immediately, keeping her from staying behind the scenes, even for a moment. De Acosta did not bother falling in line with the American patriarchal social norms of feminine behavior: she was divorced, dressed in trousers and leather and convinced others to do so, and was an outed lesbian in that largely closested golden world.
During de Acosta’s years as a writer in the Hollywood film industry, battling its gender hierarchy, she was also a suffragette, fought for women’s rights and animal rights, and she was linked romantically with its most famous stars: Greta Garbo, Isadora Duncan, Marlene Dietrich and Tallulah Bankhead, among dozens of other famous women.
In 1968, De Acosta died alone, yet, she did not fade into history, forgotten. She has become a queer icon: be bold; wear the trousers or a tricorn hat if you want to, unapologetically be yourself, just love.
Garbo’s Cuban Lover is a play that honors this dynamic woman, taking her back from infamy, to explore the powerful, kind, adventurous, often funny woman who had so much to give.
Premiere March 12, 2026
Venue: H2O, Hørsholmsgade 20- 2200 Copenhagen
Grounded by George Brant
Directed by Jeremy M Thomas-Bøgsted
Unfortunately the Grounded by George Brant September – October run was postponed due to our injured actress, but we are pleased to announce that it will now perform for three more performances from January 21st – 26th.
Tickets are on sale now.
Named a Top 10 London Play of 2013 by both the Guardian and the London Evening Standard, Grounded is a powerful, thought-provoking play that resonates strongly with contemporary themes, and we are proud to present it in its original language for the first time ever in Copenhagen .
The one-woman play follows an ace fighter pilot whose career takes an unexpected turn when she becomes pregnant. Reassigned to operating military drones from a remote base in Nevada, she struggles with the stark contrast between the exhilaration of combat in the sky and the isolating reality of waging war from behind a screen. As she navigates the pressures of duty, motherhood, and an increasingly blurred line between battlefield and home, she begins to experience the psychological toll of modern warfare. The play explores themes of identity, technology, and the emotional cost of remote combat, drawing audiences into an intense and intimate journey.
Grounded remains highly relevant today as it highlights the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by those engaged in modern warfare, especially with the rise of drone technology. In our world marked by ongoing conflicts, it prompts critical reflection on the human cost of war, the detachment created by remote combat, and the emotional struggles faced by soldiers balancing duty and personal life. The play challenges audiences to consider how technology shapes the ethics of war and the lasting impact on those who fight from afar.
Produced by Down The Rabbit Hole, Grounded by George Brant is directed by Jeremy M Thomas- Bøgsted and performed by danish actress Dina Rosenmeier.
January 21st in Aalborg at Skydepavilionen
January 23-24 in Copenhagen at H2O
Performances begin at 20:00 – 21:40
Saturday matinee 14:00
Runtime: approximately 90 min with an intermission
Language : English
We look forward to seeing you at the theatre
Audience recommends ‘Go see Grounded by George Brant.’
Actress Dina Rosenmeier
“When the director offered me the role of Jess, an F16 pilot I was both thrilled and terrified, as this will be my first ever 90 min solo performance. However even if I felt nervous to accept the role, the theme of George Brants play is simply so important that I felt compelled to put all fears aside and just go for it. It saddens me deeply that the world is still affected by wars today, when all focus should be on protecting the population, providing education for all children, eliminating inequality, poverty and hunger. And finally in my opinion the only ‘battle’ that ought to take place today is one against climate change. The ultimate morale of the play very much resonates with my personal beliefs and it is an absolute honour to participate in this important production.“ – Dina Rosenmeier
Biography:
Danish actress Dina Rosenmeier studied at the Sa Nau Teatro School in Spain, The Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in New York, Larry Moss Studio and Stella Adler in Los Angeles. She is a also a volunteer children’s rights activist and produced the award winning documentary A Journey in my Mothers Footsteps to create awareness on the dire need for education of children worldwide. Dina lived more than a decade in the US, working in Film, TV and Theatre. Since her return to Europe, living between Paris, Copenhagen and Palma d’ Mallorca, she has been dedicating her time to leading lady stage roles in international theatre productions.
Some of her her credits include Criminal Minds (television), The Writer, Fuel, Reality Check The Marionette, Jensen Report. (film) Miss Julie, Bateau Lavoir de Picasso, Hedda Gabler, The Stronger, No Exit -Reloaded, Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike, Harold Pinter’s Old Times and The Money Shot by Neil LaBute. (theatre). She most recently portrayed Queen Gertrude in Juliets Birthday bash a Shakespeare production based on Romeo and Juliet at Hamletscenen, Kronborg. (Theatre)
Press photo by Len Peltier
Playwright George Brant
Season 2025/ 26
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE International Theatre, based in Copenhagen and established in 2016 under the artistic leadership of Jeremy M. Thomas- Bøgsted, specialises in innovative and experimental English-language theatre. Your home for international theatre, we present exciting premieres and guest productions this season, alongside offering training and networking opportunities.
“GARBO’S CUBAN LOVER”, an original play by ODALYS NANIN.
Pleased to finally be bringing you the European Premiere of this multiple award-winning suspenseful dramady. Step into the glitz and glamour of Hollywoods Golden Age to explore the secretive lives of the legendary icon Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich and their love affairs with the enigmatic Mercedes de Acosta.
“OF GLASS”, a classic reimagined. Do not miss this captivating performance where timeless tales meet modern dilemmas, blending themes of power and identity. This thought-provoking fusion invites introspection, urging us to reflect on what must evolve within ourselves, and what might remain unchanged.
Down The Rabbit Hole is a Theatre company focused on the expansion of innovative, international English and multi-language theatre in Denmark, under the artistic direction of Jeremy M. Thomas.
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