The Fundamentalist

“A profoundly exquisite display of human complexity that’s both entertaining and thought provoking”

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An art installation featuring a wall covered with scattered open books, with a large outline of a human figure hanging among them, illuminated by a soft warm light in a room with a wooden floor and chairs.
An art installation featuring a wall covered with scattered open books, with a large outline of a human figure hanging among them, illuminated by a soft warm light in a room with a wooden floor and chairs.

The Fundamentalist follows the story of Markus, a reformed minister, who is confronted by Heidi, a former student turned religious extremist. As Heidi attempts to “save” Markus from his loss of faith, the play explores profound questions about belief, identity, and moral responsibility in a divided world.

Winner of the Nordic Drama Award, The Fundamentalist is a two-character drama that offers a nuanced examination of fundamentalist beliefs and compels us to reflect on our values, faith, and humanity. The play delves into the complex nature of belief, self-righteousness, and the human responsibility to others, asking: What does it truly mean to believe in something?

Following a sold out, well reviewed 5 performance workshop in March 2025, join us as we bring this gripping play to Off-Broadway.