A play that challenges the boundaries of fiction
The Teatro Fernán Gómez, located in the emblematic Plaza de Colón, becomes the epicentre of dramatic art with the presentation of ‘The Poison of Theatre‘, a play that invites spectators to reflect on the nature of truth and fiction. This piece, written by Rodolf Sirera in 1978, has been adapted by director Robert Torres, who has decided to move its original context to the near future, creating an unsettling parallel with our current reality.
‘The Poison of Theatre‘ tells the story of an eccentric marchioness who invites a famous actress to her palace. What begins as a simple invitation to perform a play about the death of Socrates quickly transforms into a deadly game. The marchioness, obsessed with dramatic art, subjects the actress to an experiment that calls into question the boundaries between the real and the fictional.
Unlike its original version, which was set in the 18th century during the Enlightenment rationalism, this new adaptation places the plot in a world marked by technological revolution, hyperconnectivity, and current political tensions. This contemporary approach not only revitalises the play but also resonates deeply with the social and cultural concerns of the present.
Marta Sangú and Sylvia Maya, who portray the protagonists, bring emotional depth to the narrative, exploring two fundamental acting styles: naturalism and distancing. In Sirera's own words during a recent interview on esRadio, this duality raises one of the great theatrical debates of the 20th century.
‘The Poison of Theatre‘ will be available to the public until 3 May, with performances scheduled from Tuesday to Sunday at 19:30 hours. This is a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a psychological thriller that not only entertains but also invites us to question our perception of the authentic and the fictional.
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