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title: "Alex Høgh Andersen Saves the Day at Fantasyfestival"
description: "When heroes step back, others rise to the challenge. Pilou Asbæk unfortunately had to cancel his appearance at Fantasyfestival – but fear not! Stepping in is another powerful actor who has already conquered both Denmark and the world. We are proud to present: Alex Høgh Andersen."
date: "2025-08-21"
created: "2025-08-21"
---

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# Alex Høgh Andersen Saves the Day at Fantasyfestival

When heroes step back, others rise to the challenge. Pilou Asbæk unfortunately had to cancel his appearance at Fantasyfestival – but fear not! Stepping in is another powerful actor who has already conquered both Denmark and the world. We are proud to present: Alex Høgh Andersen.

With his unforgettable role as the fearless Ivar the
Boneless in the epic TV series *Vikings*, Alex became an international
name. Since then, he has left his mark in acclaimed films such as *The Shadowin My Eye* and *Nightwatch 2*. Now, he’s headlining as Otto Himmelstrup
in the major feature film *Unit One: The First Murder* – set in Esbjerg
and kicking off this year’s Biografklub Danmark season.

And on September 20, he will also save Fantasyfestival, when
he takes the stage at Musikhuset’s Concert Hall for an intense live
conversation with the festival’s project manager and MA in Film Studies, Jacob
Holm Krogsøe.

>
> *“We are absolutely thrilled that, just a month before thefestival kicks off, we’ve managed to bring such a major name to the program.Without a doubt, it will be an evening in great company that you won’t want tomiss,”* says Jacob Holm Krogsøe.

An evening filled with stories from film and TV sets,
encounters with international stars, reflections on the fantasy genre – and
perhaps a glimpse into the darker sides that make a role unforgettable. Look
forward to meeting the man who, despite being only 31, has already made a
lasting mark on the big screen: Alex Høgh Andersen.

After the conversation, the audience will have the chance to
meet Alex at a meet-and-greet. Selfie, autograph – or maybe a Viking sword
waiting for his signature?

## Are you joining?

                            [Buy your ticket here](https://mhe.dk/program/alex-hogh-andersen/)

## **Tickets**

**With Fantasy Festival wristband:** 239 DKK including ticket fee. An administration fee of 10 DKK is added to each order.

**Regular price:** 289 DKK including ticket fee. An administration fee of 10 DKK is added to each order.

Fantasy Festival and Musikhuset Esbjerg are proud to present an evening with Alex Høgh Andersen.