PREMIERE

Where and when
June 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Zuiderpershuis, Waalsekaai 14, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
A revolutionary rock opera about power, media, and the race to space.
In Space Deal, the musicians of El Polizón deliver a sensational show that shakes the world order to its foundations.
While Earth is reeling from climate crises and conflict, the world powers are secretly forging a deal: The Space Deal. Space is being divided, militarized, and colonized—without the population's knowledge.
Until a rebellious newspaper gets its hands on the shocking dossier. Four journalists versus three superpowers—who will win the battle for the truth?
🎶 A unique mix of sizzling live music, sharp social criticism and compelling storytelling.
⚡ Experience the Belgian premiere of this groundbreaking production at the iconic Zuiderpershuis.
“Exciting from start to finish – this one won’t let you go.”
"The lights, smoke, and music are incredibly powerful. A truly amazing experience!"
Strong cast, clear message. Definitely worth it.
Space Deal: the background,
the story and the cast
The story
It's 2025. The world seems in a state of complete crisis. Climate disasters, wars, economic collapse. The chaos is growing. As humanity slides toward an uncertain future, world leaders are already one step ahead. They have their exit plans ready.
Behind closed doors, the three major powers have made a pact: The Space Deal. Not to save Earth and satisfy their lust for power, but to create a way out for the fortunate few if civilization on Earth collapses. In a secret agreement, the three major powers have divided space among them into three zones. Each zone is controlled and operated by a single major power. The plan is both ingenious and satanic. No one is to know.
But then a journalist from the rebellious newspaper El Polizón gets his hands on the explosive dossier. The editors examine the top-secret documents. What they discover is more profound than they ever imagined. They look at the "Je suis Charlie" poster on the newsroom wall and, as courageous whistleblowers, decide to publish the forbidden information. When the first issue is published, all hell breaks loose. Protests are widespread. But can four journalists do anything against three presidents?
The music
Featuring music by BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD, NICK CAVE, PINK FLOYD, LINTON KWESI, JOHNSON, REM, DAVID BOWIE, BEHEMOTH, SINEAD O'CONNOR, BLACK SABBATH, FUNKADELIC,...
The cast
Ghislain Belmans
Elien Lauwers
Emily Stardust
Victor Widart
Technique and crew
Piet Peeters – Sound & sound effects
Kathleen Rens – Light and smoke effects
Christophe Noez – Roadie & Stagehand
Thérèse Jacqmaer – Dresser & props
