<p>In Igor’s bar in Iceland, Erik le Rouge observes a curious whale that seems to be waiting for something. He relates his unhappy childhood and his life as a sailor to the barman, Benêt (the simpleton) and Vieux (the old man). He realises that the stranger, who took shelter from the rain in the bar, is his old captain. However, the stranger does not recognise him and leaves the bar. Then, Erik remembers the captain’s name – Igor – just before he (Erik) is swallowed by the whale.</p>

Actor and puppet

Not specified

France

Metz

Switzerland

Neuchâtel

Printed

Iceland

Whale

Navy

Tempest

Childhood

Father

Nostalgia

Tragic

Dramatic

Black comedy

French

Sailor

barman

Old man

Captain

Dialogue between actor and puppet

Monologue

Object coming to life

Fight with an animal

Avista

Slaps

Off-stage noise

Song

Igor Hagard