After successful representations in London, Zürich, Munich and Bucharest, “Why the child is cooking in the polenta” is going to be staged in New York on November 1st at Theatre Row as part of the United Solo Festival!

A play that can be staged in 3 languages (German, English and Romanian) and has already been applauded by audiences in 4 countries. A compelling and unusual story about finding a place to call your own.

Summary: With a mother that hangs by her hair and a father that is clown, Aglaja has one wish: to become as famous as Sophia Loren when she grows up. But the family lives always on the road after fleeing their own country in search of fame and luxury in the West. Will the family’s ambitions prove to be only mere illusions? Director: Dana Paraschiv.
“A play exactly as it should be: dense, poetic, very visual. No word is too much, not a minute too long. ”
Cătălin Dorian Florescu, writer

“I am convinced that the decision to present Edith Alibec’s monologue at Cabaret Voltaire in Zürich was very inspired. A full house laughed and bitterly wept in front of this endearing and unique story. ”
Irina Cornișteanu, Director Romanian Cultural Institute Vienna

“One could only wish Fellini had discovered Edith Alibec. On the other hand it’s nice to see she has a career ahead of her – and not behind.”
Jens Nielsen, literary executor of Aglaja Veteranyi