A step forward toward inclusion
The Igualada exhibition, in association with Auria, a network of social economy entities in Igualada, has launched a new initiative called a diverse exhibition. This innovative platform seeks to integrate people with functional diversity in the world of performing arts, offering them a space to express themselves and actively participate in theatrical creation.
OBJECTIVES AND VISION OF THE PROJECT
The aim of sample diverse is to highlight the artistic skills of people with disabilities, fostering their participation and creativity. Ramon Giné, artistic director of the Igualada exhibition, emphasizes the importance of this project within a fair that seeks socially, emphasizing how the performing arts can be a powerful instrument for inclusion.
Frankments: An innovative show
The first diverse show show, called Frankments, will be presented on April 6 at the Ateneu Municipal Theater. Directed by the local company Farrés Brothers i Cia, the work explores identity and diversity through the narrative of the myth of Frankenstein. Using visual theater and objects techniques, the show invites to reflect on how different parts of oneself can influence who we are.
Reflections on capacity and diversity
Pep Farrés, one of the directors of the show, emphasizes that the joint work with the actors and actresses of Auria has allowed to explore the concept of capacity and disability. The scenario becomes a space showing the various combinations of talents and limitations that define our identity.
A sustainable model for future projects
Various shows seeks not only to be a project of inclusion, but also to establish a model that can be replicated in other areas. Auria is committed to sharing the methodology developed during this initiative, with the aim of expanding inclusion in all social and work spheres.
Building an inclusive future
Albert Piñol, manager of Auria, emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for those who are in a situation of social exclusion. With Frankments, it has taken a great step in the mission of integrating diverse voices into the cultural field, making theater a place of opportunity for everyone.
Various shows: more than a project, a movement
Through collaboration with professionals in the sector, it shows diverse seeks to establish a sustainable model that contributes to diversity in the performing arts. The aim is to become a benchmark for other initiatives that seek to integrate people with functional diversity into the cultural world.
Synopsis of Frankments
Frankments raises questions about the identity and composition of human beings through the myth of Frankenstein. Using a playful approach, the work explores how the different pieces that make up us can be reconfigured. What if we changed some of these pieces? Would we continue to be ourselves?
A team dedicated to inclusion
The project is directed by Pep Farrés and Jordi Farrés, with the collaboration of a diverse team of performers and professionals who work to make this inclusive vision a reality. The creation of costumes, set design and other technical aspects are also made by a team committed to inclusion.
A promising future
Frankments is not just a show; It is a testament to how art can be an agent of social change, demonstrating that diversity is a wealth that must be celebrated. With initiatives such as diverse, we want to get the cultural scene accessible to everyone, showing that we all have a valuable role to play in society.