The Association of Argentine Stage Direction Professionals (APDEA) presents the third edition of the Spring Festival, that will take place from 18 al 30 of November.

This festival will offer five theatrical works with free access, in addition to virtual talks aimed at training and exchange between professionals and the public. With this initiative, APDEA seeks not only to promote the visibility and dissemination of the role of stage direction in Argentina, but also promote a space for reflection and artistic diversity.

The opening of the festival will be on Tuesday 19 starting at 19.30 at the Teatro del Pueblo (Lavalle 3636, CABA). The opening event will be attended by APDEA authorities and the casts of the selected works. It is worth noting that this is a free activity and open to everyone..

Programming

Reservations: All reservations are managed through Alternativa Teatral.

“Una puerta un hombre y otro hombre”

By Darío Bonhuer. Address: Adriana Garibaldi

Friday 22 of November, 21.30 hours

Felisberto Theater (Horizontal 112, CABA)

The story follows Fran, who has acquired a small and dilapidated house, but that considers a paradise thanks to a special door. As the seller warned, You should never open it to avoid possible consequences. The arrival of his friend Gálvez, who questions if everything is a scam, raises doubts in Fran, triggering a dilemma about whether or not to open that mysterious door.

“El jinete helado”

Dramaturgy and direction: Andres Binetti

Friday 22 of November, 22 hours

Town's theater (Lavalle 3636, CABA)

This drama offers a poetic look at the last night of Gaucho Rivero and his companions in the Falkland Islands., presenting historical figures trapped in a mythology that evokes “La Argentinidad”. The work mixes history and myth in a story that touches on themes of betrayal and delirium., showing the gauchos in their resistance before being imprisoned, as a metaphor for the origins of Argentina.

“Ricardo III. Shakespeare otra vez”

Version and address: Analía Mayta

Sunday 24 of November, 16 hours

Ithaca Theater Complex (Humahuaca 4027, CABA)

With an interpretation of Shakespeare's classic, The play features five actors who tell the story of struggles for power after a civil war. In this adaptation, It is revealed how tragedy and comedy can merge in the same story, exploring ambition and revenge in the race for the throne.

“Sombra tirana”

Dramaturgy and direction: Marcos Arano Forteza

Sunday 24 of November, 20 hours

Cooperation Cultural Center (Of. Corrientes 1543, CABA)

In this play, the main character, the Doc, a former director of an artistic company, faces a dream of death in which he reunites with former colleagues. In a dream environment, These characters reveal hidden aspects of their lives and personalities., reflecting shadows of Doc and shared stories.

“Mongo y el ángel”

By Hector Oliboni. Address: Marcelo Velazquez

Friday 29 of November, 20 hours

Town's theater (Lavalle 3636, CABA)

The work features Mongo, Pine and Liliana, three marginal characters who, from loneliness and helplessness, They seek affection and a sense of belonging. Located near a closed theater, Their stories take place between the difficulties and vulnerability of living on the streets., with a flash of hope represented by the angelic figure that crosses their lives.

In addition to the functions, The festival will include discussion tables with guests and specialists, creating a space for analysis and discussion about stage direction.

Jurors: Estela Castronuovo, Hernan Veteramo and Cecilia Meijide