Au non du père

How do we see ourselves as part of the lineage of our fathers and mothers? How does the absence of a father—whether real or imagined—shape the course of a person’s life? These questions about our origins resonate with each and every one of us. Anissa’s answer is brimming with joy, humor, and poetry. As the performer in F(l)ammes, she was already shattering the myth of Penelope and refusing to let others’ perceptions confine her to something she is not. She continues her collaboration with Ahmed Madani, which has taken her on the roads of New Hampshire in search of a father she has never known.

In an era where identity and family dynamics are rapidly evolving, In the Name of the Father explores the bond between a child and her father and how it shapes a unique destiny. Blending theater, baking, video, life stories, and discussions between the performers and the audience, this performance offers a sensitive and joyful reflection on fatherhood. By embarking on this journey to find her unknown father, Anissa embarked on a journey to discover herself. From the past to the present, it was only a small step toward the future, for when the Kairos moment presented itself, Anissa decided not to let it pass…