El Sauzal Theater Debuts "Ni monjas ni casadas," Exploring Tirso de Molina's Independent Female Characters
The El Sauzal Theater premieres "Ni monjas ni casadas" this Friday, a play by Carmen Hernández that explores Tirso de Molina's proactive and independent female characters, marking the culmination of a project that has toured internationally.
This Friday, the El Sauzal Theater will debut "Ni monjas ni casadas" (Neither Nuns Nor Married Women). This play, by Tamaska, explores the female characters in the works of Tirso de Molina (1579-1648), portraying them as "full of initiative, courage, and independence."
After its opening night, "Ni monjas ni casadas," written by Carmen Hernández, will be performed again this Saturday and on Friday, November 28th. All shows begin at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available on the theater's website: teatroelsauzal.com.
At a recent meeting, attended by the mayor, Mariano Pérez, and the show's director and producer, Josefa Suárez and Carlos Belda, it was explained that "Ni monjas ni casadas" is the latest project from El Sauzal Theater's artistic residencies. This program is a collaboration between Teatro Tamaska, MCB Gestión Cultural, and the City Council.
The goal of these residencies is to create ongoing work groups that can address the cultural needs of the region, develop new stage productions, and present them to the public for extended periods.
"Ni monjas ni casadas" is the third production from Teatro Tamaska, following "Y el verbo se hizo mujer" (And the Word Became Woman) and "Entre burlas y veras" (Between Jests and Truths). This marks the end of a project that started in 2015 and has led to over 100 performances in the Canary Islands, mainland Spain, Germany, and Italy.
The play delves into the comedies of playwright and poet Tirso de Molina, highlighting his diverse female characters who are notably proactive, brave, and independent. It serves as a tribute to Molina, who created some of the most dynamic and courageous women in Spanish Baroque theater, women who challenged the social norms of their era.
Carmen Hernández not only wrote the play but also acts in it alongside Francisco Vera. The production is directed by Josefa Suárez. Carlos Oramas composed the music, and Eduardo Moreno designed the set. Vicente Fuentes, a respected expert in voice, language, and stage verse, has also joined the creative team from MCB Gestión Cultural.