Nadal 2024

In an unusual and captivating performances, four Catalan companies, ESCARLATA, Compañía Ortiga, Xavier Bobés and Les Pinyes, have been asked to create short, small-format, intimate shows focusing on visual and object theatre. Four ephemeral stages will be presented separately and simultaneously in a small space. This will be replicated on several occasions throughout the mornings of the festival.

This journey will transport the viewer to a unique world at each stop. An emotional journey is evoked through Christmas scenes and stories, exploring ideas ranging from nostalgia to celebration. All of this also allows us to take a moment to question and discover ourselves.

With a distinctive aesthetic and artistic stamp of these stage capsules, the pieces, although independent, are intertwined in a common, kaleidoscopic narrative. 

The perfect family event to enjoy on Christmas mornings and discover Catalan talent through this small cabaret of curiosities. A unique and one-of-a-kind experience.

Capacity limited to 45 people per performance.

Escarlata

Idea and Direction: Escarlata Performers: Jordi Aspa Tricas and Bet Miralta Clusellas Music: Oriol Luna Ribas Stage Design: Oriol Pont Correas Production: Escarlata

Xavier Bobés

Director: Xavier Bobés Performers: Aitana Ropero and Aina Minguell (Las Espectadoras company) Assistant Director: Marta Bosch Stage Space: Pep Aymerich Sound Space: Lluís Rubirola Costume Advice: CarmePuigdevalliPlantéS

Companyia Ortiga

Director: Guillem Geronès and Ingrid Codina Performers: Guillem Geronès and Ingrid Codina Music: Michael Lecuyer Stage Design: Guillem Geronès  Costumes: Ingrid Codina Production: Cia. Ortiga

Les Pinyes

Creation and Direction: Cia. Les Pinyes Performers: Marta Asamar Garcia, Cèlia Castellano Algaba and Noèlia Fajardo Franch Production: Judit M. Gené

Photo: Sílvia Poch and Hugo Cornelles

Thanks to: Maria Dolores Franch, Ana Franch, Pepe Franch, Jaume Usó, Jordi Palet, Carmen Gozálvez, Nuria Vives, Miquel Galindo, Núria Agulló, Isabel Garcia, Xavi Asamar, Anna Travé, Clàudia Ribó, Guillem Albà, Marina Collado, David Artero

Ambauka presents their new show, Peti qui pete. Enjoy this musical experience full of intensity, explosiveness and joy. With great hits such as Contents, El dragón Qüí and Bon profit, the group will make you sing, dance and lift your spirits, celebrating the festive spirit over this holiday period. 

With lyrics that inspire you to strive for a better world and rhythms that spread energy and optimism, Ambauka transforms the stage into a space where music, celebration and values merge. 

On the 22nd, 24th and 28th this show will have sign language interpretation and reduced volume.

Vocals: Anna Ferran Vocals, Tenor and Gralla: Magí Canyelles Guitar: Josep Miquel Janés Bass: Pau Cardona Drums: Francesc Aparicio Guitar: Gerard Araiz Trombone: Pere Ferré Photo: Jordi Galderic

Ual·la will be the masters of ceremony of the afternoon programme and will fill the transitions between shows with scenes from their show PLAY!, an invitation to play and explore limitless creativity. 

In this “tablemusic” performance, the artists bring together different elements, with no specific meaning, to embrace diverse and surprising forms of everyday reality. With balls, chalk, combs, notebooks and plastic bags, this duo will mix genres such as hip-hop, spoken word and bossa nova.

Both music and comedy for all audiences.

Vocals and Percussion: Alba Rubió, Modesto Lai Photo: Joan Tomás

El gran final is a tragicomedy based on a reunion of two clowns, who had to separate many years ago due to the outbreak of a civil war. This war interrupts their last performance, just before the final act, and forces them to go their separate ways. Now, after more than thirty years, infinite steps, a daily and constant struggle for survival and an ageing body, they meet again and decide to finish their “grand finale”.

A tribute to clowns, one of the most beautiful and generous professions there is. An endearing and exciting show for all audiences.

Performers: Fernando Villella and Marc Florencio Outside Eye: Dudu Arnalot Production: Bucraá Circus Co-production and Premiere: International Clown Festival of Cornellà Costumes: Erika Perotti Music: Joan Bramon Construction of Carts and Catapult: Sir’Wolf Solutions Stage Design: Bucraá Circus Design of Antique Posters: Edgardo Gonzalez “Papito” Graphic and Audiovisual Design: Flecha Volando Distribution: BUCRAÁ CIRCUS Photo: João Versos Roldão

Ual·la will be the masters of ceremony of the afternoon programme and will fill the transitions between shows with scenes from their show PLAY!, an invitation to play and explore limitless creativity. 

In this “tablemusic” performance, the artists bring together different elements, with no specific meaning, to embrace diverse and surprising forms of everyday reality. With balls, chalk, combs, notebooks and plastic bags, this duo will mix genres such as hip-hop, spoken word and bossa nova.

Both music and comedy for all audiences.

Vocals and Percussion: Alba Rubió, Modesto Lai Photo: Joan Tomás

The Dutch company Panama Pictures proposes a show halfway between circus, dance and performance, that pushes the boundaries of what is possible and the physical sensation of the artists are tangible for the audience.

Stranded on a tilted staircase, three performers are floating in space.  They depend on themselves and on each other. One moment they almost slide down the stairs, the next they regain their balance, exploring the boundaries of this lost space with no grip.  Until gravity tilts and their bodies are pulled upwards. 

In Into Thin Air an unstable island high above, different laws are apply and a thrilling game is created in which acrobatics and dance merge.

Choreography: Pia Meuthen Dance and Acrobatics: Francesco Barba, Tarek Rammo and Candela Murillo Composition: Davide Bellotta, Strijbos & Van Rijswijk Stage Design: Sammy van den Heuvel Costume Design: Sanne Reichert Lighting Design: Bart Verzellenberg Support and Training: Miquel de Jong Photo: Tristán Pérez-Martín

Hirahi Afonso's fingers create melodies that fuse tradition and modernity on an instrument he has mastered since the age of five: the timple.

He is one of the most brilliant musicians of the current generation, able to take traditional Canarian music further and create his own sound that transcends genres.

On stage, Hirahi Afonso presents Lo puro. A vibrant mix of electronic music, jazz, folk, flamenco and rap, always featuring the timple. This instrument, previously unknown to most of the artists involved in the project, comes to life like never before.

Timple, Guitar and Vocals: Hirahi Afonso Vocals, Flute, Keyboards and Percussion: Julia Rodríguez Guitar and Percussion: Ner Suárez Electric Bass: Alberto Limiñana Drums: Antonio Torres Photo: Ampi Aristu

After presenting El patio (work in progress) last season, Juan Carlos Panduro returns to the Catalan capital to offer the second part of this interdisciplinary poetry-circus piece.

This time, the creative power of circus and poetic techniques act as the framework, creating an aesthetic, plastic and vertical language that aims to be an end in itself. An acro-dance solo in capital letters that amazes and thrills.

“I spent the night in the courtyard waiting for the moon

I put my hands together to make an offering

do you think sorrow is something you can see?”

Idea, Creation and Performance: Juan Carlos Panduro Music: Toni Kelm Stage Design: Jean-François Keller and Juan Carlos Panduro

The Christmas period enjoys the longest nights of the year. The stars shine more brightly and, just like when we were children, we try to understand what lies beyond the stars and the universe. Natal brings us closer to this immense, magical and unknown sky, where music and contemporary circus go hand in hand.

A group of old friends reminisce about the genuine and innocent questions they asked each other as children. The starry Christmas sky invites them to rediscover and recover that childhood feeling of immensity and surprise, of curiosity and, above all, of the desire to continue to be amazed and to learn; a feeling that, as we grow up, can fade away until it completely disappears.

Through acrobatics, aerial acts, songs, laughter, dances and live electronic music performed by kids, the protagonists of this piece will play with everything they have left to discover and invite us to enjoy a winter evening under a great starry night sky.

Artistic Director: Quim Girón Assistant Director: Moon Ribas Music and sound space: Joan Cot Ros Dramaturgy: Irene Vicente Salas & Joan Cot Ros Text: Irene Vicente Salas Technical Director: Benet Jofre  Stage Design: Laura Clos "Closca" Costume Design: Adriana Parra Costumes: Núria Monfort Lighting Design: Roc Laín  Electronic devices: José Luis Salmerón-Cube Peak Technical Production: Larry's SCCL Rigger: Sergio López Terán "Chapa" Construction and rigging: Odilo Fernández Padilla Flying Directors: Germans Pruna Flying Effects: Accialt Flying Effects Executive Production: Elclimamola Performers and co-creators: Berta Contijoch, Núria Dardinyà, Teo Martín Rubio, Pablo Molina, Iván Morales Ruiz, Luna Casino Papia, Luis M. Roldán Santiago Musicians: Mel Comas Anguera, Kilian Díaz Espín, Abril Espinosa Pérez, Martina Espinosa Pérez, Jonc Mas Aliberas, Bruna Navarro Tuxuera, Èric Pau Cozza, Èlia Santaflorentina Cortés Voices: Gerard Cot Marquès, Laia Cot Marquès, Lou Llauradó Budin i Huc Vilaseca Costa. Imatge: Felipe Mena amb  Lua Fuster Kahlert.

Thanks to Teatre Auditori de Llinars and the Mataró Music School.

A production of the Culture Institute of the Barcelona City Council.