The Tartu Student Theatre's production "Devil's Tales" is based on folk tales, where the devil is not just a mythological creature, but a cunning deceiver, a shape-shifting manipulator who operates on the basis of a deceptive "contractual" logic. Unlike the frivolous old pagan of tradition, the focus of our story is the devil as a reflection of the ugliness of the human soul, something that feeds on and manipulates the weaknesses of human nature - greed, laziness, lust, pride, vanity and the desire for revenge.

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At the heart of the story is the motif of "selling the soul": vague agreements and word games, where the price of temporary success is eternal punishment or loss of essence.

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The play reveals the multifaceted nature of the devil: at one moment he is a demonic tempter, at the next a ridiculous and foolish figure who can be outwitted with cleverness. Through clowning and elements inspired by Japanese Kabuki theater, the role of the devil in the creation of the world is woven onto the stage, creating a struggle between evil and ugliness.

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This is a “course production”, where both new actors and students interested in performing arts, technology and production gain practical exposure under the guidance of experienced mentors.