The Years offers a sweeping portrait of one woman’s life across decades of transformation. From a child growing up in post-war Europe to a student, activist, wife, mother, lover, and grandmother, each stage is presented as a vivid moment in time. The play captures the personal and political shifts that shape identity, weaving intimate experiences into a broader cultural and historical fabric.

Directed and adapted by Eline Arbo, this production originated at International Theater Amsterdam and went on to a celebrated run at London’s Almeida Theatre. The production at the Almeida received multiple Olivier Award nominations, securing wins for Best Director and Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Romola Garai). Arbo’s adaptation blends visual storytelling, ensemble movement, and emotionally resonant writing to offer a rich meditation on the passing of time and the complexity of selfhood.