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Lars Eidinger Stops Berlin 'Richard III' After Dropped Dagger Injures Front-Row Spectator

The Schaubühne says performances remain scheduled following on-site care for the patron, with fight choreography under review.

Overview

  • The incident occurred Feb. 19 in the production’s final scene, when a prop dagger slipped from Eidinger’s hand and the grip struck a woman in the first row.
  • Eidinger immediately halted the show, turned up the house lights, apologized, and asked whether a doctor was present.
  • An on-site theatre physician treated the injured spectator, and no ambulance was required, according to the Schaubühne.
  • The theatre said fight sequences are developed with a stunt coordinator and that procedures will be rechecked after the accident.
  • Eidinger phoned the woman the next morning to inquire about her condition, and theatre management remains in contact with her.