ABOUT

The work of Mats Süthoff explores how stories can transcend barriers and create immediate human connection. Through mask play, humor and interdisciplinary collaboration, he transforms narratives into physically tangible experiences where the body becomes the universal language, bringing stories to life.

 

After studying Physical Theatre at Folkwang University, he became part of the theatre company Familie Flöz in 2017, contributing as author and actor to internationally touring productions. Beyond Familie Flöz, he collaborates as a director, choreographer and dramaturg with different theatre makers and with leading german theatres, maintaining a particularly close partnership with director Lucia Bihler since 2019.

His diverse professional experiences as a director, author, choreographer, dramaturg, mask player and filmmaker consistently inform each other, creating an artistic voice that moves fluidly between mediums. His recent independent directing theatre work includes "Ödipus" and "The curious tale of Bertrand Bernard" fusing mask play, dance and spoken word, on the basis of fundamental human stories. In 2023, the play „Die Eingeborenen von Maria Blut“ [directed by Lucia Bihler] was invited to the Theatertreffen, where he took responsibility for the choreography and mask play. His films, from the feature-length "Seoul Subscriber" to the recent short "Hikikomori," continue his exploration of nonverbal storytelling. Currently, he is developing a new creation with Familie Flöz while writing his next feature film.