On Stage: Lee Young-ae Raves About Hedda Gabler's Complexity
Creatrip Team
a year ago
Korean actress Lee Young-ae returns to the stage after 32 years to play the complex role of Hedda Gabler in the play by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, known for 'A Doll's House'. The play, like 'A Doll's House', explores themes of societal oppression and the longing for freedom in women. Lee appreciates the character's lack of a definite right answer, and the challenge of portraying Hedda's mix of elegance, anxiety, desire, and a destructive nature. Lee's return to theater showcases her passion for the craft, which has grown since her early days in the 1993 play 'Jajangmyeon'. The experience has led her to further embrace acting through life's stages, connecting with the timeless relevance of Hedda Gabler.
