The Little Death

"Little Death" is a tragicomic solo theatre piece about mental health and coping with traumatic experiences. At its heart is psychotherapist Margarete, who witnessed her mother's suicide as a child. Although she seems to have her life under control, she is confronted with her past when her suicidal client Vera disappears, leaving behind only her dog Lucky with a farewell message. When Margarete's sister Lee—a former detective—arrives with their mother's ashes, a search begins that forces Margarete to face her own history.

Emily Schmeller portrays all roles in this solo piece, blending dark humour, absurd situational comedy, and dialect. The play is based on her eponymous short series and is directed and dramaturgically developed by Caroline Richards. Music by Chili Tomasson, choreography by Gail Skrela, and the voice of Julia Urban (as the mother) complete the production. A production by TATU Theatre, supported by the City and State of Salzburg.