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Sofie Topp-Duus, Bolette Engstrøm Bjerre, Theresa Sølvsteen, and Sofie Akerø were members of the theater association Mastodonterne in the early 2000s. They are now speaking out about a sexually transgressive culture that characterized the relationships between adult men and teenage girls. Foto: Thomas Borberg

Nudity, drinking games, and sexual relationships. The long-time chairman of one of the country’s largest theater associations is stepping down. Politiken has followed a group of women over nine months who are now coming forward.

Their performances drew tens of thousands of spectators. But behind the scenes, adult men participated in strip games with very young girls.

Sofie Topp-Duus, Bolette Engstrøm Bjerre, Theresa Sølvsteen, and Sofie Akerø were members of the theater association Mastodonterne in the early 2000s. They are now speaking out about a sexually transgressive culture that characterized the relationships between adult men and teenage girls. Foto: Thomas Borberg
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It is October 10, 2024, and Bolette Engstrøm Bjerre is sitting on the edge of a chair in her kitchen with her computer in front of her. She quickly scans an email one last time before hitting send. As soon as she does, she feels a tightness in her chest.

»To the relevant authorities at North Zealand Police.

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