Grzegorz Jarzyna and TR Warszawa's play Festen is based on the award-winning Danish film The Celebration, made in accordance with the Dogme 95 manifesto’s principle
The story of the performance was adapted by screenwriter Thomas Vinterberg. Its structure, and much of the language remain true to the film: a family gathers to celebrate the 60th birthday of the family patriarch. Festen premiered in Warsaw in 2001, and was since then shown in numerous theatres abroad.
Festen Video Trailer: