The Enigmatic World of Lodewijk de Boer

Step into the captivating realm of Lodewijk de Boer, a multi-talented artist renowned for his brilliance as a musician, playwright, and director. Immerse yourself in his magnum opus, The Family, an awe-inspiring four-part theater series and film that shook the early 1970s. But there's more to discover.

A Leap into Experimental Theater

Explore the avant-garde mind of De Boer as we delve into Memento Lo, a journey that takes us back five years earlier when the Dutch theater world was bombarded by his ingenious one-act play, Darts. Inspired by an old, yet possibly self-concocted myth, De Boer dares to challenge the boundaries of conventional theater. Inside the rehearsal room and beyond, immerse yourself in an atmosphere driven by the ethos of the swinging 60s: anything is possible, but at your own risk.

A Lasting Legacy

Now, thirty-seven years later, join the author, one of the original actors from Darts, at the bedside of his dear friend. As we listen to the director's final instructions, we bear witness to a poignant moment that epitomizes the enduring bond between artists and the indomitable spirit of creation.

Unveiling the Mythical Insight

Unravel the enigmatic world of Lodewijk de Boer through an exclusive addition to Memento Lo. Included in this remarkable package is the television portrait crafted by Cees van Ede in 1995, titled "Een oude vogel vliegt over" (An Old Bird Flies Over). Witness the intimate and thought-provoking journey into the life and mind of Lodewijk de Boer, a true visionary whose impact on the arts resonates to this day.