Rastislav Ballek

The monologue of a man who is considered the most tragic and controversial figure in Slovak history. Confessions of the only president of the satellite Slovak state performed by Marian Labuda Jr. Television recording of the Arena Theatre production.

A theater director and a young director await an actress’s decision on a role, triggering a scathing critique of how TV’s degraded practices and commercial pressures marginalize true artistry. Through the director’s expansive monologue, inspired by Juraj Kukura’s ethos, he reflects on his life in culture, his convictions about theater, colleagues, and the survival of artistic integrity in today’s climate.

The monologue of a man who is considered the most tragic and controversial figure in Slovak history. Confessions of the only president of the satellite Slovak state performed by Marian Labuda Jr. Television recording of the Arena Theatre production.

A theater director and a young director await an actress’s decision on a role, triggering a scathing critique of how TV’s degraded practices and commercial pressures marginalize true artistry. Through the director’s expansive monologue, inspired by Juraj Kukura’s ethos, he reflects on his life in culture, his convictions about theater, colleagues, and the survival of artistic integrity in today’s climate.