The Damned (Les Damnés) - Ivo von Hove @ Barbican Invited to direct the illustrious troupe of Comédie-Française for the first time, Van Hove and his long-time collaborator Jan Versweyveld populate the Barbican stage with a company of 30 actors and technicians. Archival footage and live recordings projected onto a screen form a counterpoint to the immense and involving action, the roving camera at times turned on audiences. Pulsating sound and arresting visual metaphors heighten the impact of a play that ‘really must be seen, sensed and felt’ (New York Stage Review). Want to hear from us? Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates about what’s going on - no spamming we promise!. First Name Last Name Email Address HIt me up sometimes! Thank you!