Play explores digital addiction themes
A new play titled Les vibrations du verre by Igor Kovalsky examines the impact of digital addiction on human connection and personal identity. The story centers around a character named Kelly, whose phone is programmed to keep her engaged for as long as possible.Character's fascination with a dangerous trend
The content that most captivates Kelly is called "zebre," a trend associated with self-harm among teenagers. This element adds a layer of emotional and psychological tension to the narrative.Kelly's struggle after phone ban
After her parents ban her from using her phone, Kelly becomes aware of the sadness and loss of individuality that comes with digital dependence. She begins to imagine a world where people are enslaved to their devices, losing touch with their humanity.Efforts to break free from digital chains
Kelly tries to convince others to break free from their digital addictions, but she faces resistance. Some people are unaware of their dependency, while algorithms are highly effective at keeping users engaged with their services.Cast and creative team
The play features performances by Margaux Germay, Maria Aziz Alaoui, Oréade Lagrèze Gagneux, Jean Thievenaz, and Loïc Azorin. The creative team includes scenography by Léa Tillet, lighting design by Louis De Peretti, mask creation by Khadija El Mahdi, and costumes by Gaïa Warnant.Production details and collaborators
Régis Vaterlaus is the assistant to staging, and the production includes contributions from Melissa Polonie, Denez Raoul, Bérénice Rolland, and Nils Carreno. It is a co-production of Théâtre 13 and 3.6 No Scope, with acknowledgments to Bérénice Rolland, Stéphane Jeuneux, and Nils Carreno.Performance dates and audience
The play will be performed on November 16 and 17, 2026, at Théâtre 13 / Glacière in Paris. It is intended for audiences aged 12 and older and has a duration of one hour and thirty minutes.Source of the article
The article about the play first appeared on Sceneweb.
