“In Darkness let me dwell” is a horror musical and an artwork with live elements. At its center stands the split second before the death of a queen – condemned to lose her head.
The piece circles around an act of violence: a state execution that is also an act of rebellion. Like a dark game of chess, each figure follows a mysterious, predetermined plan. They all share one goal: to invent witchcraft and defeat the sun. They all share one fate: inevitable destruction.
Funeral doom, Renaissance lute, and drone music guide the performers through shifting times and spaces. Video and live performance suspend them between life and death.
Failure is certain – but within it lies a moment of release. Headlessness becomes a break from control and order. The devil may be a master escape artist – but even he, sometimes, needs our help.
Caroline Beach is a choreographer, performer, dancer, and musician. Her interdisciplinary work is deeply rooted in the body, exploring themes of absurdity, empathy, and the ritual of failure. She was born in Texas (US) and currently lives in Dresden and Berlin.


The Open Call of Musik Installationen Nürnberg is produced in cooperation with LEONARDO – Center for Creativity and Innovation.




SENSORIC INFORMATION
Location & Surroundings
The Akademie Galerie is located in the city center of Nuremberg and is easily accessible. It is a bright, L-shaped space of about 70 sqm, with large windows that will be altered by the artist. Scenographic elements, a drum set, and video screens are distributed throughout the room.
Duration
Approx. 2 hours
Recording
Video, audio, and photo recordings
Sensory Stimuli
Interaction: The audience is free to move around. The space is expected to get very crowded.
Sound: It can get loud. Genres include noise, metal, drone, and also lute music.
Earplugs will be provided.
Themes: Revolution, humor, satire, death, power structures
Seating
Seating is on the floor. Chairs can be provided upon request.
Language
German & English
Contact
If you need assistance or have any questions, please speak to a member of our team on site.