Night and Dreams

Nacht und Träume, or Night and Dreams, is Samuel Beckett's final television play, broadcast on May 19, 1983. The play is distinguished by its lack of dialogue, relying solely on a male voice humming and singing the last seven bars of Schubert’s lied, Nacht und Träume. This musical choice highlights Beckett's appreciation for Schubert, whom he considered a close artistic companion.

The play consists of five key elements: evening light, the dreamer (A), his dreamt self (B), a pair of dreamt hands, and the aforementioned musical conclusion. This minimalist approach invites viewers to engage with the visual and auditory experience in an unconventional manner. Collectors may find the VHS format particularly appealing for its rarity and the significance of Beckett's work in the realm of drama and television.