In Op reis door een nieuwe wereld these passionate storytellers bring the stories from their VPRO series to life. With unique footage and personal anecdotes, they show you up close how geopolitical shifts influence daily life in Eastern Europe and Asia.

The US is no longer the undisputed world leader, China and Russia are expanding their influence, and democracies are increasingly under pressure. What does that mean for people in countries like Taiwan and Ukraine? And how does Europe find its way through this? With their sharp observations and surprising insights, Terlou and Brandt Corstius take you along in their search for answers.

Terlou is known for his impressive China documentaries and fluent Mandarin. Brandt Corstius was a correspondent in Russia for many years. Together they offer a unique behind‑the‑scenes look at their documentaries: from intense encounters to special moments that did not make it into the broadcast. What drives them to set out time and again? What is it like to work in countries where freedom and truth are not self‑evident?

An inspiring and surprising theatre evening that will change your view of the world forever.