Sonja Returns (Castle Church)

This year marks exactly 50 years since Journey to the Christmas Star was filmed at Akershus Castle, starring Hanne Krogh as “Sonja”! Fifty years after the film captivated audiences across Norway, “Sonja” returns to Akershus Castle Chapel – the very place where the magical adventure was brought to life. Over three evenings in late November, Hanne invites audiences to get up close to the stories behind the film that has become an integral part of the Norwegian Christmas tradition. She will share not only memories of the filming and her life as a young actress among some of Norway’s greatest artistic talents, but also reflect on how these encounters helped shape her. What was it really like to come face to face with legends such as Harald Heide-Steen Jr., Rolf Just Nilsen, Knut Riisnæs and Bente Børsum? What was it like to be a young girl in an environment steeped in Norwegian cultural history, humour, seriousness, warmth – and artists who were already living legends? Expect nostalgic memories and an intimate, warm and personal pre-Christmas performance filled with songs, stories, laughter, reflection and genuine Christmas spirit – brought to life through Hanne Krogh’s witty and insightful interpretation of the true meaning of Christmas. Step straight into a living Norwegian Christmas fairy tale!